SEN Teacher

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher who is committed to providing the best possible education and life

opportunities for all our students. We have a position available for an immediate/January ‘25 start, and the opportunity

for a teaching and learning responsibility (TLR) for the right candidate.

The Governors wish to appoint a suitably qualified fulltime teacher (although part time would be considered) who is.

• Passionate, with drive to ensure our pupils receive the best possible education.

• Positive and creative, with a flexible approach.

• Forward-thinking, inspirational, and receptive to change.

• Able to work within the larger school team and manage a small team of class staff.

• Able to respond to challenging behaviour with sensitivity and resilience.

In return we can offer.

• The opportunity to teach within a forward thinking and supportive team.

• A structured induction programme.

• Excellent professional development opportunities.

• A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give students the best possible

opportunities.

• A strong commitment to staff well-being.

• Up to 3 paid wellbeing leave days per year (1 day to be taken per full term during term time).

• Generous PPA time.

• Opportunities for flexible working.

Bishopswood is a special school in South Oxfordshire (Berkshire border) that provides specialist education for children aged

2—16 years with severe (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs, including those

children with ASD. Holding an inclusive ethos, Bishopswood endeavours to provide specialist provision alongside its colocated mainstream partners across two sites.

• Primary Provision - Sonning Common Primary School, Sonning Common

• Secondary Provision - Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge School, Sonning Common

Bishopswood benefits from strong leadership at both school and governance level with a clear strategic plan for improvement

in place. At the Propeller Academy Trust, our guiding principle is to be a Trust providing quality educational offerings

alongside excellent facilities, whilst maximising each school's potential. The vision is for every school in the Trust to be a

centre of excellence for education, building a collaborative ethos and maximising opportunities for staff and young people.

Visits to the school are welcome by arrangement. Please contact the school office on 0118 9724311 or by email

office@bishopswoodschool.co.uk to arrange a suitable time.

Completed applications and a supporting statement should be returned to recruitment@bishopswoodschool.co.uk

It is important that you include accurate contact details including email addresses for all your referees.