Job Description:

Job information SEND Teacher (qualified) from the Company The Garwood Foundation, this latest SEND Teacher (qualified) job vacancy is located in the city South Croydon CR HZ located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Cultural field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

RUTHERFORD SCHOOL AND THE ROLE:

Rutherford School is a charity owned specialist school for children and young people with PMLD and complex health needs from 16-25. See our website for further details about the school - www.rutherfordschool.org.uk

We are seeking an outstanding SEND teacher to be part of the development of the school and provide creative, engaging and ambitious learning experiences for the students in your class and across the school. Initially, the role will be covering parental leave, after which, it will be a permanent role as we are currently increasing the number of students on roll and the number of classrooms through a building programme which started in November 2024.

Salaries are competitive and negotiable - this particular role will be dependent on experience.

Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 4:00pm (directed hours on site), however, additional hours may be required in line with professional expectations for the role.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

As an excellent SEND teacher, and a reflective practitioner, you will be part of a dynamic team that builds on the school's successes and will help move it into its next phase of development.

Specific Responsibilities:

Achievement and standards:

- Maintain high standards of classroom practice in direct teaching, planning, assessment and reporting.

- Set high expectations and monitor outcomes for your area of responsibility.

- Ensure a consistent and continuous focus on student progress and wellbeing using data to track and monitor the progress of student's learning.

- Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of learning outcomes.

- Strategically lead, alongside the teaching and learning lead headteacher, the teaching and learning of the school to an Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding'.

Professional Standards- Attributes, Knowledge and Understanding

- Commitment to a collaborative school vision of excellence and equality that sets high standards for every student.

- Ability to analyse and evaluate performance data.

- Demonstrate and articulate high expectations and set stretching and appropriate targets for students.

- Take appropriate action when performance in unsatisfactory within their specified areas of responsibility.

- Have an well-informed understanding of assessment.

- Keep abreast of developments in the PMLD field and demonstrate a commitment to innovation in approach to teaching and learning.

- Implement and follow school policies and procedures as approved by the Head teacher, the school leadership team or Governors.

- Model professional conduct and behaviour at all times.

- Contribute to and ensure all EHCP paperwork is up to date for all students in your class.  Manage a team of teaching assistants within your class.

- Work professionally and productively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the needs of the students in your class are met.

Quality of Provision:

- Demonstrate a high quality of teaching to assigned pupils so that lessons are good or better and there is no inadequate teaching.

- Ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet the varying learning and social needs of the students.

- Contribute to the development of appropriate and effective curriculum, resources, activity plans and teaching strategies to meet the needs of the students.

- Develop high quality teaching materials and strategies.

- Contribute to and implement effectively appropriate assessments, annual reviews, other school-related reviews and Support Plans.

- Set realistic and challenging targets for students learning based on information and accurate assessments.

- Ensure there is appropriate pastoral support for each young person.

- Consult with staff over individual students and co-operate with agreed courses of action.

- Be responsible for the condition of the teaching space used and report any damage to fixtures or fittings to the appropriate person.

- Where appropriate, to use ICT to support learning and teaching and raise standards.

- Maintain appropriate records and provide accurate information on student progress and other relevant matters as required by the school.

- Maintain an accurate register of students' attendance.

- Provide an appropriately stimulating classroom environment where resources can be accessed by all students (with regard to the visual needs of the students).

- Comply with the school's Safeguarding policy and Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate.

- Ensure the personal care and hygiene needs of students are met and to participate in appropriate personal care training.

- Implement the principles of equal opportunities with regard to the religious, cultural and social needs of the students, their families and staff.

- Any other duties commensurate with the role of teacher at Rutherford School.

Leadership and Management:

- Maintain clear expectations, high standards of professionalism and collaboration to meet the School Improvement Planning priorities.

- Ensure the effective and efficient use of staff who support the delivery of teaching and learning.

- Take part in community and liaison activities such as Open days, Parents/ Carers events and liaison with external partners.

- Attend and participate in all relevant meetings.

- Understand, implement and maintain the requirements of the Ofsted framework and Independent School requirements for inspections as directed by your line manager.

- Lead Annual Review meetings when deemed necessary.

- Maintain up to date records and documentation and keep abreast of new initiatives and developments in your allocated subject area.

Professional Standards - Attributes, Knowledge and Understanding

- Prioritises, plans and organises themselves and others

Personal Development and Well-Being:

- Treat all members of the school community fairly, equitably and with respect to create and maintain the school ethos.

-Ensuring the safeguarding of all students through the implementation of effective policies and procedures.

-Ensuring a safe working and learning environment through the application of appropriate risk assessment and adherence to current Health & Safety regulations.

Professional Standards - Attributes, Knowledge and Understanding

- Have a commitment to choice and flexibility in learning to meet the needs of every student.

- Have sufficient depth of knowledge and experience to be able to give advice on the development and well-being of students.

- Work effectively with relevant agencies to protect our young people.

Views of Learners, Parent/Carers and other Stakeholders:

- Ensure an effective partnership with parents and carers to support students' wellbeing and progress.

- Ensure parents and carers are well informed about their young person's progress, wellbeing and targets and their part in the process of improvement.

- Communicate effectively with the parents/carers of students and with external agencies.

Professional Standards - Attributes, Knowledge and Understanding

- Create and maintain an effective partnership with parents and carers to support and improve students' academic and personal development.

- Recognise and takes account of the richness and diversity of the school's community.

- Listen to, reflects and acts on community feedback.

- Build and maintain relationships with parents, carers and the community that enhances the education of all students.

Professional Development:

- Keep up to date with current research in school improvement.

-Lead professional development activities, as appropriate in your subject area, to update and develop the skills of colleagues.

-Provide coaching and mentoring for less experienced colleagues if appropriate.

- Participate and engage with the Annual Performance Review process, for the appraisal of own performance and that of other staff.

- Maintain and record your own Continuous Professional development and participate in arrangements and opportunities for continuous professional development for the staff you supervise

Why Join Us?

- Be part of a supportive, friendly, and dedicated team.

- Receive ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of students with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

- Work in a nurturing environment with small class sizes, allowing for tailored and individual support.

What We Offer:

- Flexible working will be considered.

- Competitive and negotiable rates of pay.

- Career progression opportunities within the school.

How to Apply:

If you have a passion for supporting students with very special needs and want to join a school that values diversity, inclusion, and personal development, we would love to hear from you. We consider applications throughout the year. Shortlisted candidates will be sent an application form to complete - we will contact you.

The vacancy advertised is subject to receiving two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS and medical clearance check. Rutherford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer. References and DBS Disclosure will be required for the successful applicant. Photographic identification, evidence of right to work in the UK and certificates of any relevant qualifications will need to be provided at interview stage.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a teaching qualification?
• How many years of experience do you have in teaching?
• Do you hold a SEND qualification?
• Do you hold the right to work in the UK?

Work Location: In person

Keywords : South Croydon jobs
Closed Date : 2025-08-16