Teacher - Bradstow School

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

The Role Permanent position 32.5 hours per week (full-time) Bradstow is a creative and unique residential school for children between the ages of 5 & 19. It is situated in 13 acres of parkland in Broadstairs. We seek to meet the needs of children and young people with autism and severe learning difficulties with associated behaviours that may be challenging. We have achieved national recognition for our developments in Communication and Behaviour Management, and in our most recent OFSTED inspections we have achieved a rating of Outstanding for our school and Good for our residential homes. If you would like to join our teaching team we are confident that you will find this the most challenging but rewarding job you have ever undertaken. Experience is with SEN is not essential. What makes the difference at Bradstow is the professional and personal qualities, and the values and behaviours of the people who are employed here and what you, as an individual, can offer our young people to enable them to feel safe, unconditionally valued and engaged. You will be provided with an extended and ongoing package of induction and professional development. We believe that personal and professional development are essential in our specialised field and are at the core of the success of the school. All teachers are fully trained and supported in Gentle Teaching, TEACCH, Positive Behaviour Support, PECS and other augmentative communication systems, as well as being provided with a wide range of other specialist skills. You will also be encouraged and supported to extend your skills and knowledge by undertaking further Degree and Diploma studies. For all posts we look for candidates who are mature, warm, creative and open to learning with a patient and caring attitude to deal sensitively with vulnerable children. We offer a generous salary and benefits including: * Private medical insurance * Investors In People Gold Accredited employer * Fantastic training and development opportunities * Thorough induction process * Strong health and well-being focus * Free meals with our young people An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below. Completed application, along with your CV should be returned to the school by email to: eduapplications@bradstow.wandsworth.sch.uk Closing date: 25 June 2020 Interviews: 06 July 2020 We look forward to hearing from you. Please note that safeguarding of our young people is our number one priority at Bradstow, therefore all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough pre-employment checks. Bradstow School Dumpton Park Drive Broadstairs Kent, CT10 1BY Tel: 01843 862 123 Web: www.bradstow.wandsworth.gov.uk Richmond and Wandsworth Councils Attached documents * Application Form * Job Description and Person Specification