SEND Teacher
Danecourt Community School
Medway
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- MPS + SEN Allowance
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible, flexible start date
- Apply by:
- 30 November 2024
Job overview
Start Date: Flexible
Join Our Passionate SEND Teaching Team! Make a Real Difference Every Day!
Are you an experienced SEND teacher driven by the desire to transform the lives of children with special educational needs? We’re searching for dedicated professionals like you to join our supportive team at Danecourt School.
Why Join Us?
At Danecourt, every day is an opportunity to:
- Tailor learning experiences to meet the individual needs of each student, helping them achieve their full potential.
- Foster an inclusive, nurturing environment where students thrive emotionally and academically.
- Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and professionals to ensure holistic support for every child.
- Grow your expertise through continuous professional development and stay at the forefront of SEND education.
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking a passionate and skilled SEND teacher who has:
- A strong background in special education.
- Proven experience working with children with diverse special educational needs.
- A commitment to creating inclusive, enriching learning experiences.
- Excellent communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, families, and external professionals.
- Patience, empathy, and an unwavering dedication to positively impacting students’ lives.
Why Danecourt?
Becoming part of our team means more than just a job — it’s joining a community that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. At Danecourt, we offer:
- Ongoing professional development to support your career growth.
- A comprehensive induction program to help you feel right at home.
- Early salary access and financial advice through our Wagestream program.
- A welcoming and inclusive school culture, with cutting-edge resources and technology to empower your teaching.
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing and support.
About Danecourt School
Danecourt is a specialist school for children aged 4-11 years with severe and complex needs, many with a diagnosis of autism or additional conditions like sensory processing disorder. We pride ourselves on our tailored learning programs and small class sizes, ensuring each child has the support they need to thrive.
With 234 students across three sites in Medway, our school offers a range of opportunities to contribute to a vibrant, inclusive community where students are empowered to reach their full potential.
Ofsted Rating
Danecourt was rated Good in all areas, with Outstanding for Personal Development, Behaviour & Welfare, and EYFS in our last Ofsted inspection (June 2019).
Ready to Join Us?
Take the next step in your career and make a lasting difference in the lives of our incredible students! Visit us to see our school in action and discover how you can become part of something truly special.
For further details, please refer to the attached candidate information pack.
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Maritime Academy Trust, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the wide range of perspectives and skills in our community. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better the outcomes for our students.
Safeguarding Commitment:
We are dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of all our students. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. In line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, we reserve the right to conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence.
Apply now and help make a lasting difference in the lives of our amazing students!
Please note that we may hold interviews on a rolling basis as applications are received and reserve the right to offer the position before the closing date. Submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.
Attached documents
About Danecourt Community School
- Danecourt Community School
- Hotel Road, Watling Street, Gillingham
- Kent
- ME8 6AA
- United Kingdom
Welcome to our School's profile. Danecourt School forms part of the Maritime Academy Trust, a multi-academy trust that is committed to making sure that education is meaningful.
Our Trust is made up of 11 primary schools located in Greenwich, Bexley and Kent. Though our schools may be different with their own in-school culture and community spirit, they all work harmoniously and collaboratively together within a curriculum that ensures each and every child is being equipped with leadership and life skills. At Maritime, we do this by empowering schools to drive more meaningful and enjoyable outcomes for children by having great people working for us, who commit to working hard to make an impact whatever the school and whatever the role.
We are a special school catering for primary aged children who have special educational needs. The children who attend Danecourt have a wide breadth of needs including complex learning difficulties and autism.
At Danecourt our mission is support all pupils to become “STARS” -
S - Self reliant
T - Team Players
A - Aspirational
R - Resilient
S - Successful
This is facilitated through pupils receiving a personalised curriculum that is tailored to meet their individual specific needs.
The highly trained staff team maintain high expectations of what each individual pupil is able to achieve, striving to ensure that they all reach their maximum potential; celebrating difference and encouraging curiosity and creativity. Staff work collaboratively with families/carers and a range of other agencies in order to meet the pupils' needs and as a result, pupils make strong progress academically, emotionally and socially. Pupil achievement is hugely valued and celebrated in a manner that is meaningful and appropriate for each pupil.
If you are interested in becoming a part of the Danecourt community and working with us, telephone the school and make an appointment to come and meet some of the pupils and staff and to experience for yourself the quality of education given to all of our children and the unique atmosphere throughout our school.
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