What is the job role?

Come and join our dedicated team at Castle Wood, a vibrant, innovative broad spectrum special needs school for children aged 3 to 11. We have 164 primary aged pupils with a broad spectrum of need - PMLD, SLD, ASD, social and communication difficulties and some complex behaviour challenges.  We are passionate about teaching and learning and making a difference in children’s lives.  Our vision is “Together, children first” as we recognise that everyone has a part to play in our pupils fulfilling their potential.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, positive and inspirational SEN Teacher with a “can do” attitude who has a drive to work with children with complex learning needs. We are looking for candidates to start ASAP or 6th January 2025. The successful candidate will have experience of working with special needs children, ideally with Autism and be keen to demonstrate innovation and excellence in their classroom practice.  They will have high expectations of themselves and their pupils, being someone who can engage and challenge students with complex learning needs to develop a lifelong love of learning and fulfil their potential.  An understanding of Early Years principles would be beneficial as we use these across all ages in our school.   You will be teaching children who have complex needs including ASD and sensory difficulties.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for enthusiastic dynamic Teacher with:

• vision and a thirst to deepen knowledge and practice

• personal skills and qualities required to form positive relationships with colleagues, parents and carers

• ambition for themselves and their pupils

• resilience and flexibility 

The successful candidate will:

• have an appreciation of the importance of Safeguarding children

• have evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development

• have knowledge of current educational developments in teaching and learning, particularly in relation to pupils with special educational needs including Autism

• have knowledge of Planning, Assessment, Recording, and Reporting for pupils with a broad spectrum of need

• have the ability to work in partnership with outside agencies in order to meet pupils’ needs

• have knowledge and understanding of behaviour management skills and strategies, both theoretical and practical, required by staff to manage challenging behaviour effectively.  Experience of working in a special school is desired. 

• have knowledge of effective assessment and target setting for pupils with learning difficulties

• have current training in team teach / positive handling or safer handling skills

In return, we will provide:

• personalised Continuing Professional Learning

• opportunities to work with experts from a range of disciplines

• opportunities to work beyond the school

• committed and supportive colleagues, governors and parents

• staff workwear

• comprehensive staff wellbeing package including taking PPA off site, employee assistance programme, salary sacrifice scheme, access to hydrotherapy pool, free tea and coffee, free staff car parking.

A tour of our school to meet our children and view our amazing facilities is most welcomed and strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit please email cwhr@castlewood.coventry.sch.uk

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification

In your application form please detail the skills, knowledge and expertise which are required to become a successful Class Teacher and why you wish to work at Castle Wood.

Previous applicants need not reapply for the position.

Unfortunately, due to the extremely high number of applications expected, we are unable to respond to each individual.  If you have not heard by mid-December 2024 then your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

Closing date: Sunday 1st December 2024

Interview date: TBC

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council