SEN Teacher; Humanities and Outdoor Learning; Westminster School

Take learning beyond the classroom

Are you passionate about helping young people with SEND understand their world, explore their community and develop the confidence and independence they need for adulthood?

This is a varied role combining Humanities, outdoor learning, conservation, community engagement and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award. It offers an exciting opportunity to bring learning to life through the classroom and through meaningful experiences beyond it.

Working with pupils with SEND, you will help deliver an ambitious Humanities curriculum while helping us develop a rich programme of outdoor and community-based learning.

• delivering or supporting engaging Humanities learning;
• developing fieldwork, mapping, navigation and place-based learning;
• leading outdoor learning and Forest School activities;
• creating conservation and environmental projects;
• developing partnerships with parks, nature reserves and community organisations;
• leading or supporting our Duke of Edinburgh's Award provision;
• contributing to educational visits, residentials and outdoor adventurous activities;
• creating meaningful opportunities for pupils to develop independence, resilience, teamwork and communication; and
• embedding Preparation for Adulthood throughout pupils' learning experiences.

Above all, you will help our pupils become confident, aspirational and increasingly independent members of their community.

• Qualified Teacher Status
• experience of working with children or young people with SEND;
• experience of leading or supporting high-quality learning, enrichment or outdoor activities;
• a strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice;
• the ability to adapt experiences to meet individual pupils' communication, sensory, physical, emotional and learning needs;
• excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills; and
• a genuine commitment to ambitious outcomes and preparing young people for adulthood.

Qualifications or experience in Forest School, Duke of Edinburgh's Award, outdoor education, activity leadership, first aid, Humanities, conservation, educational visits or residential experiences would be particularly welcome.

Our school is a safe, happy and learning environment in which everyone is encouraged to achieve their full potential through high aspirations and a wealth of opportunities and experiences. The Westminster School offers a unique atmosphere rich with opportunities and resources. Our staff are valued members of the school community and form strong supportive relationships with the exceptional pupils in our care.

Our school caters for 305 pupils aged 7
-19 years with a wide range of special educational needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Global Development Delay and Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities.

The School offers a comprehensive CPD programme and has been awarded the Investors in People Platinum Award. School occupies state-of-the-art facilities on a £42million Rowley Learning Campus.

• A Contributory Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive CPD package aligned to individual professional needs and the strategic development priorities of the school.
• First-Class Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential access to a GP 24/7 for you and your family, counselling, personal financial, debt and legal advice
• Free Occupational Health Services
• Family Friendly Policies
• Staff Voice Committee
• Free Parking on Site
• Lifestyle benefits and discounts through several schemes

Our school is led by a dedicated Executive Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team who are supported by a committed Governing Board and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an exciting and creative curriculum and be part of a highly motivated team, which prides itself on its collaborative working practices, and are transforming the lives of our young people.

The School is committed to equal opportunities and we have a proactive, supportive Governing Board and strong partnerships with parents/carers, the Local Authority and the local community.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a…