ks2 teacher jobs

Haywards Farm School is a specialist School for learners who have multiple needs such as social, emotional and mental health needs, past trauma, ASD and ADHD. We are proud of the high expectations and aspirations we set for every child and young person, providing an inspiring environment where everyone can learn and achieve.

Amegreen Education works with students on personalised programs and where possible transitions students back into mainstream within key points, aligned with EHCP key stages.

We are looking for a confident leader to join Haywards Farm School as our Deputy Head Teacher leading on excellent practice in teaching and learning and overseeing our whole school curriculum.

The successful candidate will be joining a team of professional, enthusiastic and committed colleagues who work hard to support all children to achieve both personally and academically. We offer a strong ethos of high expectation and inclusion; children are well supported and thrive in this learning environment. Together with the Head of School, the candidate will work to ensure the smooth and effective day to day running of the school following an inspiring and pupil focused engaging curriculum.

As a small school we are looking for a leader who can promote and demonstrate outstanding teaching and learning to use your talents to make a real difference to future outcomes for children with complex SEN needs. You will bring experience and a track record of successes. You will be able to show dedication and commitment to meeting the EHCP needs of children within the SEN Classroom and ability to adapt to children’s changing needs.

Haywards Farm School are looking for someone with a good understanding of whole school strategic thinking and can consider the impact and link between attendance, engagement and academic progress to social, emotional, communication and mental health needs.

What the school offers its staff:

• Excellent professional learning and support at every stage in your career, with opportunity for continued personal development.
• Excellent resources and facilities
• A core belief in staff wellbeing and work life balance for all
• Benefits including funded counselling, physiotherapy and GP / other medical support
• As a school in Amegreen Education and West Berkshire teachers have opportunities to engage with staff across the school’s authority, as well as our partnership school, to support and collaborate with colleagues in sharing the expertise across both of schools

Essential requirements:

• Good honours degree in subject and QTS
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• 10 years of teaching experience
• Able to teach KS1, KS2 and KS3 effectively in a subject area, a sound knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments.
• Prior experience of leadership within the educational sector
• Ability to adapt teaching for different needs.
• Positive and engaging teaching style, able to lead, motivate, inspire and support students to achieve excellence.

Equality and Diversity:

Amegreen is committed to being an organisation that allows people to be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment.

We are actively building diverse teams therefore we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us.

Safeguarding and GDPR:

Amegreen Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

Adherence to Safeguarding and GDPR requirements and training on these policies and processes is mandatory for all employees. All employees are expected to understand and promote effective Safeguarding and GDPR practices in all aspects of their employment with Amegreen Children’s Services.

*** Successful candidates will be required to go through a thorough safeguarding onboarding process which requires a full employment history review along with a completed enhanced DBS check ***