Advisory Teacher for Looked After Children (Newham Virtual School)
Temporary for two terms – to start in September 2017
Salary MPS + SEN2
Children are at the core of the Council’s vision and strategy, with the well-being of the children in its care taking top priority.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher to complete our multi-disciplinary team. We are looking for an experienced teacher to work with Secondary aged children (including Sixth Form). This post is temporary to cover an acting up opportunity and will be for two terms.
You will have:
• QTS and 5 years’ experience of teaching children with complex and special needs in a primary or secondary school or equivalent
• Up to date knowledge of the new SEND framework
• Experience of teaching children with complex and special educational needs and disabilities in a diverse teaching environment
• The ability to deliver training programmes and events to other professionals
• Good understanding of the issues facing children in care and experience of implementing strategies to improve outcomes
• A firm commitment to inclusive education
• Flexibility to work across age groups
• The willingness to travel for work purposes
If you join us we can offer you:
• The opportunity to be part of a supportive team committed to improving outcomes for children in care
• The opportunity to develop skills and contribute to policy development across disciplines
• Professional development and supervision
The post is subject to an enhance DBS check
Closing date 2nd June 2017
We are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of employment with Newham Partnership Working and the London Borough of Newham. All employees are expected to understand and promote equality and diversity in the course of their work.
Please apply online. For technical difficulties, please contact the Support Team 020 7427 8250. For further information about the role, please contact the school directly.