Lower School Teacher - Term Time - Special Needs Position

This position has been created for a primary-trained teacher who is keen to develop their practice in a supportive SEND environment, as well as potentially have the opportunity to teach across two Key Stages (KS2 - Year 5/6 and KS3 - Year 7/8). The successful candidate will flexibly work closely with the Head of School, and other members of the team, to deliver a bespoke education programme to our special community of Lower School students.
We strive for staff who are energetic and flexible and enjoy adapting their lessons to build engagement and meet the various needs of their students. As some students have experienced significant time out of education, many of our students have an attainment gap, which means they can achieve up to one to two years below their neurotypical peers. This means that our teachers benefit from working across our Lower School model to ensure a consistent kinaesthetic, and thematic, approach to teaching and learning. Our teachers strive to ensure all students develop socially and emotionally, as well as academically, so that they are able to thrive during their transition into Year 7 and the main school building. This role is key in bridging this gap and ensuring that smooth and successful transitions are an integral part of the West Heath School journey for students.
West Heath School works towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood.

West Heath School is a challenging place to work, but our dedicated staff rebuild lives through education. Teaching respect, encouraging responsibility, building relationships, and developing resilience in our students is an integral part of the role. Our committed, dynamic, and resourceful staff find working at West Heath School rewarding., WEST HEATH SCHOOL
Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR
"Rebuilding lives through education"
OFSTED outstanding May 2022
West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in "rebuilding lives through education", developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .
"A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education"
"The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent…"
"Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!"

If you would like to be part of the journey helping our students gain their best outcomes, we can support you by offering:
+ Free lunches
+ Generous Company Pension scheme
+ Employee Assistant Programme
+ Charity Discount Scheme
+ Summer and Christmas Social events
+ Free onsite parking
+ Swimming pool
+ Excellent training opportunities both internal and external
If you want to know more about us or would like to visit before applying, please call or e-mail the whs.HR-team@ westheathschool.com
Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check. Management positions will require a 128 Check.)