ASC Teacher - Rowde

You will be responsible for pupils within the secondary age phase with complex autism and severe learning difficulties. The class follows a semi- formal curriculum, incorporating social communication and emotional regulation strategies, and is supported by an experienced team of Teaching Assistants.

We are looking for a full-time enthusiastic and talented social communication teacher to join a supportive team of professionals who are committed to raising standards and using innovative ways to enhance the learning experience of our pupils. We need an outstanding classroom practitioner who has a passion for ensuring all pupils achieve their potential., You will need to have an excellent understanding of child development, and experience of teaching pupils with SEND as well as experience successfully teaching pupils with ASC. You will need to be a willing and inquisitive learner yourself and be able to work as a team with your own class and within the Silverwood School community.

Silverwood School is a maintained co-educational special school for pupils aged 4-19 years. We formed in September 2020 with campuses in Chippenham, Trowbridge and Rowde.

This is an exciting time to join us as we have expanded our provision with a brand-new building at our Rowde campus. The new building has a wide variety of class rooms and support areas including subject specialist rooms, a hydrotherapy pool and new sensory rooms.

Our mission is to enhance opportunities, enjoyment and outcomes for our pupils. We have an ambitious vision 'Building Community, Inspiring Learning. With this we wish to create a truly integrated and inclusive system of outstanding education for all young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our SEND Support and Training Service, which contributes to our vision supports the advancement of excellence in education for young people with SEND in Wiltshire and beyond.

We are proud to be a Values Based Education (VBE) School. We place our shared values at the heart of everything we do. Our values are principles that guide all our actions, decisions and relationships. At Silverwood School, we have chosen cooperation, courage, honesty, perseverance, respect and kindness as our six shared values. VBE goes beyond learning what our values mean; it encompasses living and experiencing our values every day.

Teacher pay rates, MPS/UPS plus an additional SEND allowance. The level at which this is paid will be dependent on experience

Silverwood School is committed to all aspects of personal development, it is inclusive and seeks to ensure every individual achieves. You will be part of the Teacher's Pension Scheme, Wiltshire Employee Rewards, offered continuous professional development and a comprehensive wellbeing package.

If you want to work with us, then we look forward to hearing from you.