Class Teacher

Join Our Team as a Class Teacher!

Salary: £28,000 - £39,520

Contract: Full time, Term time only

Why Choose Us?

At North Lakes Children's Services, we are more than just a school; we are a community dedicated to transforming the lives of boys aged 7-18 through exceptional residential care and education. Our commitment to improving resilience, self-esteem, and abilities has earned us the prestigious Accredited SILVER Award as an Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, along with an Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014.

Your Role

As a Class Teacher at Kirby Moor School, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the learning experiences of our youngest pupils, who have a diverse range of special educational and learning needs. Your mission will be to:

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned with the national curriculum, addressing the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
• Support the class team in creating engaging learning opportunities and fostering positive behaviors.
• Monitor and report on pupils' progress, collaborating with staff to ensure every child's needs are met.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom activities, including extracurricular events and school trips.
• Build meaningful relationships with pupils, driving interaction and positive learning outcomes in a nurturing environment.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Possess a strong educational background, ideally to degree level.
• Have previous successful teaching experience.
• Bring experience working with pupils with SEMH needs in an educational setting.
• Be skilled in behavior management techniques.
• Be committed to your professional development and eager to learn.

What We Offer You

We believe in nurturing not just our students, but our staff too! Here’s what you can expect:

• A workplace that prioritizes emotional health and wellbeing for everyone.
• Support for your professional growth through a variety of development opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children, providing them with high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS Check, which will be covered by Kirby Moor School.

Kirby Moor is an equal opportunities employer and actively encourages applications from qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Ready to make a difference? Join us in shaping the future of our students!