SEN Primary Classroom Teacher

Due to continued growth, we are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity for an SEN Primary Classroom Teacher.

Location: Weymouth.

Closing date: 27 December 2024 – The post may be closed sooner if a suitable applicant is found prior to this date.

Arbour House School is an independent SEN school with split sites – Lower and Upper, based in Weymouth and Dorchester for young people aged 6-18 with complex social, communication and learning needs.

We provide a bespoke, creative and stimulating curriculum with a particular focus on developing independent living skills and real-life learning. We aim to support our pupils to achieve to their full potential, contribute to their communities, gain meaningful employment or progress to further education.

Arbour House is rated ‘Good’ for all categories in our May 2022 Ofsted Inspection. Further information about the school, including a copy of our latest Inspection Report and a School Prospectus, is available on the school website: http://potens-uk.com/young-people/education/welcome-to-our-school

As part of our application process, you will be required to complete an application form. These can be found attached along with the Person Specification and Job Description for this role.  Once you have completed the application form, please return it to [email protected]

Visit our website. http://potens-uk.com/young-people/education/welcome-to-our-school/work-at-arbour-house/

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• £30,900 - £47,916 per year plus Annual SEN Allowance of £5,004.
• Full time 40 hours per week.
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

 “Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and young people within our educational facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust safeguarding checks prior to appointment; including enhanced DBS, a minimum of two satisfactory and verified references and online profile checks (Please note the latter will be completed independently of the interview panel and only regarding working with children)”

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.