Secondary Teacher

Summary:

Secondary Teacher opportunity at a progressive school with a unique outdoor and SEN-focused curriculum.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing inclusive, experiential learning environments that support individual growth and academic achievement. It offers a dynamic, outdoor-focused curriculum and a commitment to innovative, student-centered education.

The Opportunity:

As a Secondary Teacher, you will play a key role in shaping a unique and impactful learning experience for students with Special Educational Needs. This is an opportunity to lead a curriculum that blends academic excellence with hands-on, real-world learning in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver a diverse curriculum, including AQA GCSEs, BTECs (Land-Based & Animal Care), and SEN-specific qualifications.
• Lead and mentor a team of educators, fostering a culture of high expectations and therapeutic support.
• Integrate the school’s farm and smallholding into daily lessons, creating immersive learning experiences in subjects like maths and biology.
• Ensure a student-centered approach that supports academic achievement and personal development.
• Collaborate with the farm manager to develop and implement outdoor-based learning initiatives.
• Adapt curricula to meet the needs of neurodivergent learners and ensure inclusive teaching practices.
• Support students in transitioning into adulthood with the qualifications, skills, and confidence they need.
• Promote a positive and engaging learning environment that reflects the school’s mission and values.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASC, SEMH, or MLD
• Experience in curriculum development and delivery within a secondary education setting
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Familiarity with AQA and BTEC frameworks and their application in SEN contexts

Preferred

• Experience in middle or senior leadership roles
• Background in outdoor or experiential learning
• Experience with vocational education and life skills development
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for neurodivergent learners
• Comfortable working in an outdoor and farm-based learning environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary tailored to leadership experience and the unique nature of the role
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and innovation in teaching practices
• Small class sizes that allow for meaningful student engagement and support
• A unique working environment that combines academic rigor with hands-on, outdoor learning experiences