SEN Teacher - Co-op Academy Delius

Are you passionate about teaching in a Special Needs setting? Looking to make a real difference, help contribute to raising standards of pupil attainment, and support our ambitious vision? Then why not join Co-op Academy Delius our high achieving, friendly academy for pupils from 2 - 11 years with a range of complex education and medical needs and assist us to secure an exceptional quality of education for our pupils.

In the role of SEN Teacher, you will join our ambitious and successful teaching team and provide the highest quality of education, environment and experience of the exceptional pupils at our Academy.

You will have a passion for primary SEND and a desire to ensure that all pupils receive the best possible education. You will contribute to the development and success of the pathway you work in and lead a designated curriculum subject area, where appropriate. You will monitor and assess pupil progress to improve their quality of learning and personal growth. As one of our SEN Teachers you will be committed to meeting the needs of the whole child by undertaking all of the professional duties within your role.

Following a recent positive Ofsted inspection in September 2023, in which we were rated "Good" it, is an exciting time to join our school as we continue on our journey to become an outstanding school where children and young people can thrive and achieve their full potential.

INTERESTED? For further detailed information on our SEN Teacher role please refer to the Candidate Application Pack.

Why us?

At Co-op Academy Delius, we strive to provide a personalised, ambitious and challenging curriculum with the highest of expectations where pupils are given a voice and are encouraged to be independent and actively participate in their education. Our curriculum is planned to promote pupils acquiring skills and knowledge which they are able to retain and recall, enabling them to live their lives to the fullest and access society. Our academy community is passionate and creates innovative learning opportunities in exceptional learning environments whilst promoting holistic as well as academic development.

Co-op Academy Delius has two sites (Barkerend Road, Bradford BD3 and Great Horton, Bradford BD7), both just 10 minutes from Bradford centre with places for 171 students and 118 staff. You will be required to work at across our two sites, BD3 and BD7.

All our values are based upon the values of the Co-op Group, which will inform our behaviours.

·        Self-help

·        Self-responsibility

·        Equality

·        Equity

·        Democracy

·        Solidarity

Our Values

Being part of the Co-operative Group, we are both guided and driven by the Co-op values which are embedded in everything that we do within our Academy - they are out "Ways of Being’:

·        Succeed together

·        Be yourself, always

·        Do what matters most

·        Show you care

So, if you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you! 

We offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success:

Benefits include:

• Supportive Academy Leadership Team
• Free breakfast each Wednesday to connect and chat with leadership and colleagues across Delius
• Local government pension scheme and recognised continuous service
• Co-operative flexible benefits, including cycle to work and 20% Co-op discount and 10% from non-branded products. Discount on Co-op services (insurance & legal)
• Other benefits; cycle to work, , Season ticket and rental deposit loans
• Free flu vaccine and eye tests with money towards glasses 
• Welcoming, friendly, supportive, effective and efficient professional/continuing professional development
• Health Assured - Free access to a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling 
•  Excellent opportunities for personal and career development within the Co-op Academies Trust

CLOSING DATE: 12.00noon on Tuesday 7 May 2024

RECRUITMENT SELECTION DATE: Wednesday 15 May 2024

Should you have any questions in regards to this role, or would like an informal discussion with the Headteacher please email Angela Malloy in the first instance: angela.malloy@coopacademies.co.uk 

Visits to Co-op Academy Delius are warmly welcomed, to book a visit please email Angela Malloy: angela.malloy@coopacademies.co.uk

Co-op Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. Our Academy is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced check by the DBS and will be subject to satisfactory references. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.

The Trust is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.