Humanities Teacher in The Windmill School, a special school for young people with autism.

Barnet Special Education Trust have an exciting opportunity to join our brand new and expanding school, The Windmill School in High Barnet.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Humanities Teacher who can inspire our students within areas of academic strengths and interest, including those who are gifted and talented.

We welcome qualified Humanities teachers at any stage of their career, from mainstream or special education as well as early careers teachers, as we provide a programme of specialist training for all new members of staff, in addition to our ongoing CPD programme. We are happy to consider candidates who wish to work part time or full time. We are looking for teachers who:

 ·       Have QTS status or are an ECT who believe, inspire and achieve.

·       Will enjoy developing positive relationships with young people, providing a model of excellence in terms of teaching & learning and role modelling.

·       Will have an enthusiasm for new evidence-based approaches including the implementation of your ideas.

·       Are reflective practitioners with a “can do” approach to teaching and with a passion to raise standards.

·       Can support all students to believe they have the potential to thrive academically socially and emotionally.

·       Are ambitious, professional and are committed to further personal development and committed to working as part of a dynamic team of professionals both in and out of the classroom.

 The Windmill School is part of Barnet Special Education Trust, which is an organisation where all staff feel happy, valued and supported. We can offer the ideal candidate the following:

• Excellent CPD opportunities and the opportunity to work collaboratively alongside outstanding autism practitioners.
• Small class sizes and excellent staff to student ratio
• A state-of-the-art new building designed especially for autistic learners, in a location with easy public transport access.
• Outer London Pay Scale with an SEN Allowance (1 or 2 points dependent on SEN experience and qualifications).
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which covers wellbeing, financial and legal support

We would like this post to start as soon as possible as we have a waiting list of students looking to join the school, however we can wait until Autumn Term 2024 for the right candidate.

Further information about this role can be found in the Job Description/Person Specification attachment. If you are still unsure about applying for this role (for example lack of specific SEN experience), we welcome visits to the school or we can arrange an informal chat with you about what the position will entail and what further training we can offer. Please call 020 3062 3600 to arrange an appointment/ speak to the Headteacher, Ginny D'Odorico.

To apply for this position please complete an application form (attachment) and return it to vacancies@bsentrust.org by 19th April 2024.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Barnet Special Education Trust are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with children, young people, and vulnerable adults. To be successful in your application you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process including online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with KCSIE recommendations. Employees of the Trust must always adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour. Barnet Special Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer.