Job Description
Summary:
Join a Maths Teacher role at a school in Folkestone, dedicated to supporting students with SEMH needs.
About the School:
Based in Folkestone, the school provides a specialist SEND provision for students aged 5-17, with a focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and attachment difficulties. The school offers a nurturing, therapeutic environment that supports students in achieving academic and personal growth.
The Opportunity:
As a Maths Teacher, you will play a key role in inspiring students and creating engaging learning experiences tailored to their individual needs. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people who require a supportive and flexible approach to education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality Maths lessons tailored to the needs of students with SEMH and SEND.
- Build strong, positive relationships with students and support their emotional and academic development.
- Work closely with teaching assistants and other professionals to ensure a consistent and supportive learning environment.
- Plan and deliver a curriculum that is both challenging and accessible, covering Entry Level to GCSE.
- Participate in the development of the school’s academic and extra-curricular programme.
- Provide regular feedback to parents and carers on student progress and development.
- Attend and contribute to staff meetings, training sessions, and supervision meetings.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students at all times, in line with safeguarding policies.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Qualified teacher with a relevant teaching qualification.
- Proven experience teaching Mathematics in a school setting.
- Experience working with students with SEMH and SEND needs.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviours and maintain a calm, supportive classroom environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
Preferred
- Experience with trauma-informed teaching practices.
- Experience in a specialist SEND setting.
- Experience with therapeutic training and support.
- Experience with curriculum development and assessment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Staff laptop and mobile phone provided.
- Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
- Access to wellbeing services and salary sacrifice schemes.