Everyone will be the best that they can be.
Everyone has a voice.
No one is excluded.Ellen Tinkham College is seeking to employ a Fun, Creative, Inspiring, Person-Centred teacher to join our teaching team.
You must have QTS, be enthusiastic and have a passion for providing high quality teaching and learning to pupils with SEND from ages 3 to 19 years.
If you are looking for a career change but unsure whether SEND teaching is for you, we can offer sessions in class as part of the application process.The role is full time and is based at our college site working with secondary age students.
It is a fixed term contract until end of February 2026 due to a need for Maternity Cover.We are looking for a skilled practitioner to enhance our provision and lead on best practice.
You will have the ability to plan personalised, purposeful and reflective learning programmes that are linked to students EHCP outcomes and are responsive to individual needs and targets.
You will evaluate and assess the individual programmes, promote the progress and wellbeing of students, safeguard the welfare of children and young people, adhere to H&S requirements and focus on continuous improvement for your students, yourself and your team.
You will lead a team of Teaching Assistants.
You will keep the school ethos at the centre of everything they do, will inspire our young people and be part of a dedicated team creating a stimulating and person-centred learning environment.As part of our teaching team we offer you:A comprehensive induction programme;An SEN1 annual allowance of £2,679 (pro-rata for part time staff);Opportunities for career progression and middle leadership opportunities;A supportive environment;Cross federation working with colleagues from our associated school, Bidwell Brook based in Dartington;Networking opportunities with colleagues from other special schools through SWALSS and the SENtient Trust;Excellent CPD opportunities as part of the Devon Hub South West Institute for Teaching (SWIFT) Access to staff health & wellbeing services.Opportunities to spend time in class and/or visits to the school are welcomed.
For an informal chat about the role, please telephone 01392 467168 to speak with Monika Davis, our Head of Site.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This role requires a DBS disclosure.This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.Ellen Tinkham School is part of a federation of special schools educating pupils with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties.
A current Safeguarding policy is in place.We welcome applications from those who are new to the profession.
To apply for this post, please find an application pack, including application form, on the Ellen Tinkham School website: .
Please send completed application forms to: We do not accept CV's.Closing date for applications: 27th January 2025.