Vacancies
All of our roles are based in a state-of-the-art facility in Whitleigh, which offers our pupils an amazing environment in which to learn and flourish. Our 85 pupils are aged 2 to 19 with a wide range of physical and learning needs. We employ nearly 100 people and we all work together to Create Empowered Lives.
CLASS TEACHER
Full-time, permanent
Salary: MPS + SEN point
Date required: 6th January 2025 or earlier if possible
Closing date for applications: Thursday 10th October 2024
Interview date: Thursday 17th October 2024
We have a rare opportunity for an outstanding teacher to join us at Woodlands School, in an environment which is totally adapted to help our pupils learn and flourish.
You will need to be an experienced teacher with the knowledge and skills to work with children with complex needs. Experience in leading and managing a team of support staff is essential for a successful appointment.
You will need to be enthusiastic, flexible and committed to personal development, with a positive attitude and resilience to face the ever-changing challenges of special school education. The role will include planning for progress in learning, undertaking effective assessment and managing the performance of staff. We will need to see evidence of effective communication with staff, other multi-agency professionals and families.
Following appointment you will be offered a tailored package of training to provide you with the tools you need to succeed. We believe in supporting everyone to get the best out of our young people. All teachers at Woodlands lead on a key aspect of school improvement and coordinate a subject. All of this will be explored at interview.
To find out more about the school and the role please download the pack in the link below. If you would like to visit the school and chat with a senior leader then please call 01752 300101 to arrange a suitable time.
EDUCATION, HEALTH AND CARE ASSISTANT VACANCIES
Part-time, permanent
Salary: Grade C, Scale Point 5 Actual Salary - £15,696
Contracted Hours: 28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:00am to 3:15pm (with 30 minutes lunch break unpaid) 39 weeks per year
Date required: As soon as possible
Closing date for applications: Thursday 17th October 2024, midday.
Interview date: Friday 25th October 2024
We are looking for outstanding individuals to support outstanding young people here at Woodlands School. With no two days ever the same, the work is always rewarding and challenging.
We are based in a state-of-the-art facility in Whitleigh, which offers our pupils an amazing environment in which to learn and flourish. Our pupils are aged 2 to 19 with a wide range of physical and learning needs. You will support them in their education, health, care and life-skills.
These exciting opportunities offer you the chance to work as part of a successful multi-disciplinary team and to gain or extend your experience of working with young people with disabilities. Our pupils require total commitment and focus from the people who support them; and in return we offer a comprehensive training programme to cover all the skills necessary to do this. We strongly support the continuous professional development of all our staff to ensure that our pupils’ needs are effectively met and the school ethos is paramount.
Please ensure you read the Recruitment Pack carefully, it includes the Job Description and Person Specification that outline the qualities we require from our Education, Health and Care Assistants at Woodlands School. We will be looking for examples of how you meet these expectations in your application.
Work Experience & Volunteering
If you are interested in work experience or volunteering please email admin@woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk with your details and we'll get back to you.
Alternatively, you can complete the relevant form and email it in.
Thank you.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS
Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting equality of opportunity.
Our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Please follow the link to our Policies Page where you should read the following policies:
Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, Recruitment of Applicants with a Criminal Record Policy, and Freedom of Information Policy.
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