Inclusion College - Teacher

About Inclusion Education 

Inclusion Education (working name of “Inclusion Hampshire”) supports young people within the local community who have special education (SEN) and mental health needs. It operates an Independent Special School in Basingstoke for young people aged 11-16, a college based in Hook for young people aged 16 and over and a Workplace Support Hub based in Basingstoke supporting those over the age of 18.  

"Inclusion Education’s vision is of a society where disadvantaged young people are supported within the local community and empowered to reach their full potential."  

Working as a Teacher at Inclusion College you will be part of a close, supportive team working to teach and develop young people who have struggled to access education due to the mental ill health, anxiety and difficulties attending college through empathy, nurture, and patience. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and qualified teacher.  If you are currently working as a teacher supporting young people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Know you are most welcome to visit.  

For the majority of students who attend our college, mainstream education has not worked, and the environment and approach were not right for them. Often, they need a radical and life-changing approach that prioritises their well-being and progresses their development within an environment that is very different.  

What makes Inclusion Education unique for our Employees?   

Inclusion Education is a truly unique place to work. We are very different.   

• We are an award-winning charity recognised for prioritising the well-being of our staff  
• A supportive on-boarding process and introduction to “The Inclusion Way”  
• Education Support’s Employee Assistance Programme.   
• Competitive Pension Scheme  
• Medicash Health Care Cash Back Scheme   
• Group Life Assurance (3 x basic salary)  
• Enhanced family leave pay  
• Free Onsite Parking  
• A strong focus on a positive team ethos where everyone is made to feel valued and supported.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Plan and deliver personalised learning plans that address the specific needs and abilities of students with SEND Requirements – supported by resources and schemes of work  
• Functional skills English and Maths, Personal Development, Vocational Options Entry Level to Level 2.  
• There will be opportunities to share and pursue a professional area of interest, e.g. Computing, Hospitality, Creative Arts, or a recognised industry skill.  
• Teach either individuals or small groups of students in a variety of subjects promoting independence of students through carefully planned lessons 
• Lead on the development of schemes of work and long-term planning 
• Mark and assess work 
• Develop and adapt conventional teaching methods to meet the individual needs of pupils  
• Assess individual students personal and academic goals and targets and work with colleagues to identify individual pupils' needs  
• Work closely and liaise with parents and guardians 
• Organise learning outside the classroom in activities such as community visits, college outings or sporting events 
• Develop positive and nurturing relationships with learners inside and outside of the classroom order to support their social, emotional, and learning needs through the ‘Inclusion Way’ and a PACE approach. 
• Work as part of a collaborative team of Tutors, Support Workers, Therapists & Counsellors to incorporate agreed strategies in supporting mental health and SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)  
• Maintain registers, evaluations, academic and SEND progress monitoring (and other records as necessary)  
• Encourage all students to be actively engaged in their own learning and in reviewing their own progress against targets 
• Embody the Teacher’s Standards 

 Skills, Experience & Qualification Requirements  

Essential: 

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)  
• Has successful teaching background ideally in further education   
• Knowledge of current further education issues in relation to terms of practise, process, and curriculum   
• Be kind, nurturing and patient   
• Resilient, hardworking and a collaborative team member 

Desirable: 

• Be experienced in or have an interest in working within a SEN setting, that supports young people with mental health needs and SEN (e.g. depression, Autism)    
• Knowledge of research in education, mental health, and young people   
• Experience in a secondary or further education (FE) settings 
• Experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies e.g. Social Care, SEN and Local Authority agencies 

Diversity Statement  

Inclusion Education recognises and values the enriching contribution which people from a range of backgrounds and experiences can bring to the life and development of the Organisation. We therefore aim to provide a service which, in its teaching, administration and support services, actively promotes equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination on grounds of age, cultural background, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation.  

Health & Safety Statement  

All employees have a responsibility to promote and maintain a safe and healthy working environment, by taking reasonable care of their own health and safety at work and the well-being of colleagues and students.  Line managers have specific responsibility for the health and safety of the team for which they have general management responsibility.  

Safeguarding Statement & Responsibilities  

Inclusion Education is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expects all employees, volunteers and third parties to share this commitment.  

• The successful applicant is responsible for ensuring that all Inclusion Education’s child protection and safeguarding policies are adhered to, and concerns are raised in accordance with these policies.  
• This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, and safer recruitment pre-employment background checks (including overseas checks if applicable) prior to confirmation of appointment.  
• It is an offence to apply for this role if you ae barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.   

If you have any questions about the role or Inclusion College before you apply, please contact HR at hr@inclusioneducation.org.uk  

Please Note: 

Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the advertised application window. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.