Teacher – Informal Teaching and Learning Group

Teacher Informal Teaching and Learning GroupSalary Scale: MPS/UPS + SEN 1 Contract: Full TimeContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st September 2026Closing Date: Thursday 14th May @ 12 noonInterviews: Tuesday 19th May 2026Please contact school if you would like to talk further about the position or arrange a visit and we will happily show you around.The vacancy is open to both experienced teachers and ECTs. However, prior knowledge, understanding, and practical experience of working with learners with SEND is essential. Please be aware we do not accept applications direct from agencies and also CVs.This teaching post is an exciting opportunity to join the teaching team within our Informal Teaching and Learning Group. The Informal Pathway adopts a fully personalised curriculum which is wholly driven by EHCP outcomes and seeks to build on engagement of the individual learner with particular emphasis on developing communication and independence. Learning is facilitated through play, exploration and multi-sensory experiences where adults adopt a responsive, reactive and engaging Intensive Interaction style approach. The successful candidate will excel in meeting the diverse needs of our pupils. You will be supported within your class by a team of Learning Support Assistants and by a Middle and Senior Leadership Team who have a secure understanding of the rewards and challenges of teaching in our school. Our staff are passionate about developing the learning and life chances and opportunities of our pupils and young people. Our young people (2-19) have a wide range of special educational needs, including Autistic Spectrum Condition. We offer an inclusive setting operating on the main Broomfield site and three partnership sites:Windmill Primary SchoolRodillian AcademyFuture Steps Hub (White Rose Business Park) This enables us to meet a wide variety of pupils’ needs and provide support and advice to the community.Staff can be expected to work on any of the four sites if required.The successful candidates will have;· Experience and skills of teaching pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs including ASC· The ability to offer a range of inspirational teaching, learning, assessment and behaviour management strategies to ensure learning is engaging and inclusive· High expectations, commitment and enthusiasm for both the personal and educational development of all pupils· Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills· An ability to work collaboratively with parents, carers, multi- professionals and outside agencies· The ability to work effectively within a team· A passion for education and willingness to support staff in enabling all our pupils to reach their potential· A commitment to making contributions to the life of the school· A commitment to the provision of a high quality education for all· Experience of teaching both English and Maths· Experience of delivering accreditations In addition the following personal qualities; · Positive and creative attitude · Resilience· Enthusiasm and the ability to motivate and inspire others· Able to use initiative· Willingness to reflect and share effective practice with others In return we can offer:· Friendly, enthusiastic and highly motivated pupils and young people· The support of our strong, caring and committed staff team·