Unqualified Class Teacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 05 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | London, SW17 0DZ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 45f29d91-c1a9-40e6-bcf1-4d1b654c312a |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Person specification
Criteria
Qualifications and experience
• Degree (Essential)
• Successful special school experience (Desirable)
• Training and experience of using a range of specialist strategies (Desirable)
Skills and knowledge
Essential
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to apply to teaching in a specialist setting
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies for pupils with special educational needs
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
• Ability to use skills and knowledge and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider school community
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children and how to implement it effectively
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and commitment to follow whole school protocols to support emotional regulation
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
Personal qualities
Essential
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
What the school offers its staff
Paddock is a vibrant and nurturing Ofsted Outstanding special school for pupils aged 4–19 years with severe learning difficulties and autism. Our focus is on personalised learning, compassion and creating a meaningful & engaging environment where every child is known and thrives. Our aim is to Nurture, Inspire and Transform Lives. We don’t believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly innovating. It is for good reason, we are recognised as Wandsworth’s SEN Powerhouse and knowledge leaders.
As we expand to our new purpose-built secondary site in Tooting, we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Unqualified Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact to the lives of SEN pupils, we would love for you to join our team!
At Paddock, we aim to be outstanding employers and pride ourself in creating a structured, innovative, engaging and caring work environment while continuing to provide avenues for professional development. Some of the perks of being a part of our team include:
Having previous special school or base experience is an advantage.
We are looking for someone who is
• Passionate about SEN education and making learning meaningful for all pupils Compassionate and empathetic, putting pupils' individual needs first
• A collaborative team player, working closely with multidisciplinary specialists
• Committed to lifelong learning and looking for professional development Resilient and adaptable, ready for both challenges and rewards
• Dedicated to celebrating student progress, however big or small Willing to go the extra mile
To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:
• Team Player
• Compassion and Empathy
• Keen to contribute to school life
• Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
• Life Long Learning
• Resilience
• Celebrate Learning
• Strong work ethic
We offer:
• Strong senior leadership support and mentoring
• Exciting opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest
• Excellent CPD & training partnerships within school experts and beyond Support from on-site multi-disciplinary therapy team
• Opportunities for career progression & leadership pathways
• Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible PPA time to support work-life balance Access to an employee wellbeing scheme
• Cycle to Work and Smart Schools Benefits (lifestyle savings & wellness perks)
We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please note that we do not accept CVs.
Person specification
Criteria
Qualifications and experience
• Degree (Essential)
• Successful special school experience (Desirable)
• Training and experience of using a range of specialist strategies (Desirable)
Skills and knowledge
Essential
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to apply to teaching in a specialist setting
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies for pupils with special educational needs
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
• Ability to use skills and knowledge and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider school community
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children and how to implement it effectively
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and commitment to follow whole school protocols to support emotional regulation
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
Personal qualities
Essential
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
What the school offers its staff
Paddock is a vibrant and nurturing Ofsted Outstanding special school for pupils aged 4–19 years with severe learning difficulties and autism. Our focus is on personalised learning, compassion and creating a meaningful & engaging environment where every child is known and thrives. Our aim is to Nurture, Inspire and Transform Lives. We don’t believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly innovating. It is for good reason, we are recognised as Wandsworth’s SEN Powerhouse and knowledge leaders.
As we expand to our new purpose-built secondary site in Tooting, we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Unqualified Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact to the lives of SEN pupils, we would love for you to join our team!
At Paddock, we aim to be outstanding employers and pride ourself in creating a structured, innovative, engaging and caring work environment while continuing to provide avenues for professional development. Some of the perks of being a part of our team include:
Having previous special school or base experience is an advantage.
We are looking for someone who is
• Passionate about SEN education and making learning meaningful for all pupils Compassionate and empathetic, putting pupils' individual needs first
• A collaborative team player, working closely with multidisciplinary specialists
• Committed to lifelong learning and looking for professional development Resilient and adaptable, ready for both challenges and rewards
• Dedicated to celebrating student progress, however big or small Willing to go the extra mile
To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:
• Team Player
• Compassion and Empathy
• Keen to contribute to school life
• Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
• Life Long Learning
• Resilience
• Celebrate Learning
• Strong work ethic
We offer:
• Strong senior leadership support and mentoring
• Exciting opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest
• Excellent CPD & training partnerships within school experts and beyond Support from on-site multi-disciplinary therapy team
• Opportunities for career progression & leadership pathways
• Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible PPA time to support work-life balance Access to an employee wellbeing scheme
• Cycle to Work and Smart Schools Benefits (lifestyle savings & wellness perks)
We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please note that we do not accept CVs.