We are recruiting for a specialist science teacher to join a 30-place secondary/post 16 learning centre supporting young people aged 11 - 16 who have difficulties with communication and social interaction, typically associated with Asperger's Syndrome and Autism, and challenging behaviour.

Permanent
Start ASAP
40 hours per week
£5,000 welcome bonus for qualified teachersKey Duties:

To contribute to the delivery and development of the curriculum, having regard to the educational, physical and social needs of the students within a learning environment.
To work collaboratively with other members of staff as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
To maintain and use short, medium and long term plans in delivering the curriculum.
To set, monitor and review personalised targets that will optimise learning for each individual.
To monitor, assess, review and report on the progress and work of students to parents, team members, senior staff, examination and funding bodies through reports and identified meetings as directed and as is required through school policies and procedures.
To develop lesson plans analysing and self-reflecting on the outcomes.
To contribute to the review of Statements and EHC plans, PEP and LAC reviews.
To provide clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
To maintain an overall awareness of current issues in the field of autism in order to be able to plan for effective teaching and learning.
To work in a non-confrontational way to ensure individual needs are met.Key Skills & Qualifications:

PGCE, QTS, or equivalent teaching qualification and evidence of in-service training
Ability to teach Science up to GCSE level
Relevant knowledge and experience of pupils with ASD, SEMH and PDA profile
Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures
Experience of managing a range of approaches to behaviour, including managing behaviours that challengeBenefits to You:

Life assurance
Competitive Pension
* Welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year service
Perkbox - offering high street discounts
Employee assistance programme
Car lease scheme
Fully funded training and qualifications
Bike to work scheme
Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more.Interested?

Apply with your updated CV and I will be in touch