Class Teacher

Basic Salary: £28,000 - £39,520

Contract: Full-time, Term-time only

• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Brampton, Cumbria

At North Lakes Children's Services, we pride ourselves on being a leading local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 7-18. Our mission is to enhance the resilience, self-esteem, and abilities of every young person we work with.

We are proud to be an Accredited SILVER Award Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, and we achieved our first Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014.

As a Class Teacher, you will play a vital role in enhancing the learning experiences of our youngest pupils, who have a diverse range of special educational and learning needs. You will collaborate with teaching staff to empower students to gain independence and fully engage in the curriculum and school life. This position is based at Kirby Moor School.

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned with the national curriculum, addressing the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
• Support the class team in creating learning opportunities and fostering positive behaviors.
• Monitor and report on pupils' progress, collaborating with other staff to meet individual needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom activities, including extracurricular events and school trips.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to drive engagement and achieve positive learning outcomes in a nurturing environment.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• A strong educational background, ideally to degree level.
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

• A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and well-being of everyone, including you!
• Support for your professional growth through a variety of development opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with the cost covered by Kirby Moor School.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. Kirby Moor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.