Senior Teacher - Curriculum and Timetable

Woodfield School

Senior Teacher - Curriculum and TimetableFull Time, PermanentNegotiable depending on experienceWoodfield School, part of Henry David Learning Trust, is an innovative and exciting independent special school, supporting children and young people with Autism and associated speech & language, social communication and behavioural difficulties, aged 7 to 19. We provide a fantastic environment for someone looking to reconnect with education and who wants to make a tangible everyday difference to the lives of children.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our community to take on the position of Senior Teacher (Curriculum and Timetabling) on a full time, permanent basis. Key responsibilities of the position include being an active member of SLT and assisting the principal in leading the school. You will undertake the usual responsibilities of a class teacher, with a focus on upper KS2 and KS3. You will lead and take responsibility for developing a curriculum that provides pupils with a range of opportunities and the skills they need to prepare for later life. The successful candidate will also take lead responsibility for a timetable which supports the needs of the school context.Our key aims for our children are to:* Become happy, safe and confident members of the community* Develop strategies for self-managing their behaviour in all settings.* Become responsible citizens* Fulfil their potential to lead as meaningful and independent a life as possibleTo achieve these aims we need dedicated members of staff to join us in addressing the needs of children who need help to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the school in order to achieve their full potential.Why join Woodfield School?* Free onsite parking* Beautiful countryside location with access to local walks before and after school* Access to tailored professional development through the National College and our in-house training providers* A unique experience of teaching classes in a small setting* A varied week supporting young people on visits to local amenities such as the local farm, gym, library and swimming.* Member of the Woodfield family where we learn and grow better together following our ASK principles: Ambition| Support| Kindness* Opportunities for promotion in our vision for growth plansOur ethos is strongly rooted in our commitment to provide our students with a supportive, safe and enabling environment for them to discover their confidence and achieve their aspirations for the future. They will develop their resilience and gain securely embedded skills that will set them on their journey towards a fulfilled and meaningful life.If you share the similar values and ethos, we want to hear from you!Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome. For more information and to apply, please contact Mike Sherwin or Dan Dyke on the below details:T: E: Closing Date: Monday 24th February 2025Interview Date: TBCEarly enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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