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The Gem Federation
thegemfederation.co.uk
jobs@gemfed.co.uk
Executive Headteacher: Sarah Beard

Bessemer Primary School
Dylways, London, SE5 8HP
020 7 274 2520
Head of School: Elizabeth Whitehead

We are a 2-school federation that includes Bessemer Primary School and Keyworth Primary School. Our children are enthusiastic and motivated learners that care for each other and are proud of their schools. We are focused on creating an exceptional learning environment for our children. Applicants must be enthusiastic, knowledgeable and be committed to working as part of an energetic and friendly staff team. This post is not suitable for NQTs.

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Part time (3 days) Fixed Term 1 year

Part of The Gem Federation SEN team, based primarily at Bessemer Primary School

Dates: Apply by 16th March 2025
Location: Bessemer Primary School, Dulwich
Contract term: Fixed term 1 year
Salary: Main Scale + SEN1
Interviews: Week beginning 24th March 2025
To start: April 2025

The successful applicant will be passionate about supporting Inclusion across the Federation and will work under the Assistant Headteacher of Inclusion along with the Inclusion Team. They will have experience teaching and supporting primary aged students with SEND and their families. Additionally, the successful applicant will have the ability to raise standards, be well organised, committed and keen to involve themselves with the wider federation community. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of supporting Inclusion within a friendly and innovative federation of schools.

Are you:

• Experienced and knowledgeable in how to support the needs of SEND learners?
• Flexible and committed to working as part of a team?
• Passionate about children’s learning?
• Dedicated, organised and enthusiastic?
• A strong and motivating leader?
• An inspirational practitioner?

If so, we can offer you:

• A friendly welcoming federation of schools
• A supportive Leadership Team and Governing Body
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• A well-established culture of Inclusive provision and learning

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, two references will be sought, and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check (DBS), have evidence of eligibility to work in the UK, provide evidence of qualifications and will need to complete GDPR and Health and Safety training.

All the above must have been completed before the start of employment.

The Gem Federation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, social status, or disability.

If you would like to know more, please come and visit us.

Please send your completed application to:
Kelsey James – Deputy Business Manager Email via the button below.