Class Teacher

Salary: £28,000 - £39,520

Contract: Full time, Term time only

At North Lakes Children's Services , we are dedicated to transforming the lives of boys aged 7-18 through exceptional residential care and education. Our commitment to enhancing resilience, self-esteem, and abilities has earned us the prestigious Accredited SILVER Award as an Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, along with an Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014.

As a Class Teacher at Kirby Moor School , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational journey of our youngest pupils, who have diverse special educational and learning needs. Your mission will be to:

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned with the national curriculum, while addressing the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
• Support the class team in creating engaging learning opportunities and fostering positive behaviors.
• Monitor and report on pupils' progress, collaborating with staff to ensure every child's needs are met.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom activities, including extracurricular events and school trips.
• Build strong, positive relationships with your pupils, driving interaction and nurturing a supportive learning environment.

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Possess a strong educational background, ideally to degree level.
• Have previous successful teaching experience.
• Bring experience working with pupils with SEMH needs in an educational setting.
• Be skilled in behavior management techniques.
• Be committed to your professional development and eager to learn.

We believe in nurturing not just our pupils, but our staff too! Here’s what you can expect:

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

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS Check, which will be covered by Kirby Moor School.

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

Ready to make a difference? Join us in creating a brighter future for our pupils!