Teacher (Full time) MPS/UPR + SEND Allowance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative and inspirational teacher who is passionate about working with pupils who have a broad range of SEND.

Central England Academy Trust provides excellent education to learners in Nuneaton and the surrounding areas. We have three schools: Oak Wood Primary School, Oak Wood Secondary School, and Higham Lane School. Together, we offer a comprehensive education to students aged 4 to 19 in both mainstream and SEN settings. We are a diverse Trust that celebrates individual learning needs, including profound, severe, and complex learning needs.

Oak Wood Secondary School are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled qualified teacher who aspires to be an outstanding practitioner. We particularly welcome applications from teachers with experience of teaching in a primary or secondary setting who have the ability to transfer their skills to working with pupils who may have severe or complex learning difficulties and social and communication learning needs.

We would welcome applications from teachers who have experience in teaching in mainstream or specialist schools. We also encourage outstanding ECTs to apply for this position as full training is provided.

Key Requirements

Are you:

• Positive and passionate about working with pupils with SEND?
• A good or outstanding practitioner with experience of teaching pupils with SEND needs?
• A reflective practitioner who strives to offer a creative curriculum?
• A team player who can work as part of the multi-disciplinary team?
• A problem solver who likes to support pupils to overcome barriers?
• Committed to self-development and learning

If you are, then we can offer:

•  A wonderful school with the most rewarding pupils and families.
• A nurturing group of staff who are committed to helping pupils to achieve their potential.
• A strong ethos and collaborative working.
• Dedicated teaching assistants and pastoral support.
• A rigorous induction programme and opportunities for quality, professional development.
• Close links with the local community
• Competitive remuneration package;
• A generous defined benefit pension scheme;
•  Excellent continuous professional development;
• Bespoke training and support from the Trust team to meet your needs;
•  We provide a supportive Employee Assistance Programme, providing practical and emotional support
• Employee benefits scheme, offering discount on everyday and lifestyle essentials.
• Free, onsite parking
• Subsidised eye care for extended users of VDU.
• Health Cash Plan
• Gym memberships scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Additional Information and how to apply

For further details about this role, or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Amy Pearson on 02476 740901

To apply for this role candidates are asked to complete an application form, supported by a letter of application (maximum of 2 sides of A4), which outlines their experience and skills in relation to the areas described in the person specification.

All completed applications should be sent via email to recruitment@oakwoodschools.co.uk  

Closing date:  Friday 6th December at 1200       

Interview date: Monday 9th December 2024

Start Date: January 2025 or ASAP

Central England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced criminal record check (DBS) including a barred list check. Online checks will be undertaken as detailed in KCSIE.