SEND Teacher

Are you ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for young people? If so, Ormston School in Headingley, Leeds, could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference in the lives of our students.

Opened in September 2024, Ormston School provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. Our mission is to create a learning space where young people can thrive, feel secure, and leave school equipped with the experiences and outcomes necessary to contribute positively to their communities.

With significant investment and a wealth of new resources, you will have the opportunity to shape our school environment, promoting self-discipline, engagement, and inspiring a love for learning. We are proud to be part of the Polaris Community, which has been enhancing the lives of young people for over 30 years, with all our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

As a SEND Teacher, you will:

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons to small class groups of up to 6 pupils, supported by a Teaching Assistant.
• Assess, monitor, record, and report on the learning needs, progress, and achievements of your pupils.
• Adapt your teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of each student.
• Set high standards that inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
• Demonstrate secure subject and curriculum knowledge.
• Participate in preparing learners for external tests.
• Teach across the KS3/KS4 Curriculum and adapt learning for students with SEND.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree.
• Successful teaching experience, particularly in delivering qualifications up to GCSE.
• Experience in Humanities, PE, or vocational subjects is preferred.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• A good understanding of child development and the ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.
• Strong ICT skills to support learning.

At Ormston School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect:

• A commitment to your professional development with a variety of training opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
• Benefits including a company pension, life assurance, and an employee discount scheme.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Community.

If you’re excited about the opportunity to inspire and educate young minds, we’d love to hear from you!