Who We Are?

Wemms is a co-educational independent SEN School. Students, staff and parents agree that this is a school where magic happens. The school can cater for children from age 10 to 20. Set within nine acres of beautiful Surrey, our grounds are simply breathtaking and inspiring. Please look at our website here www.wemms.co.uk to find out more about us. We are incredibly proud to support children who struggle in a mainstream setting for various reasons. Most of our students are neurodiverse, and we can cater for students that are autistic, ADHD, AuDHD and demand avoidance. We are determined that all our students have an opportunity to gain outstanding academic qualifications. When a new student joins Wemms, they become part of the “Wemms family” that nurtures them towards a fulfilled, successful and independent life. We offer a varied curriculum with a holistic approach to learning. Learning and timetables are tailored to each student. We offer a holistic approach to education and teaching is carried out in very small groups or on a 1:1 basis. We empower our students and staff to have high expectations, to work in collaboration, to support each other, to have a voice and feel that they belong. The Principal is creative, inspiring, open minded, a team player, courageous, kind, dependable and honest. He is continuously fostering a culture of inclusion for all. Wemms strives every day to meet the needs of all students and ensure that staff are happy, supported and feel part of the Wemms family.

At Wemms we believe that exam results fall naturally out of dynamic education and that GCSEs should be taken then the student is ready. Expectations are high: six or more GCSEs at level 4 and above, including some top grades, and the opportunity to stay until students are 20 to get a great portfolio for level 2 and 3 qualifications.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       You will play an essential role in students fostering an understanding and love for science

·       Teach across the science curriculum and inspire students to engage with biology, chemistry, and physics.

·       Deliver engaging and differentiated science lessons to students across various age groups, abilities and key stages

·       Looking at ways to enhance the science curriculum with colleagues

·       Prepare differential and individualized lessons, organise teaching resources, grade students and ensure that all our students meet learning objectives

·       Liaise with Department Head, parents and external professions to give feedback, make recommendations and ensure the best outcome for all students

·       Ensure that teaching methods encourages student participation and growth

·       Participate in ongoing professional development and contribution to the school community. Science is a continuously developing field and you must keep updated with the latest concepts and discoveries and bring these to the classroom  

QUALIFICATIONS AND ROLE REQUIREMENTS

·       Ideally, you will have a Qualified teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

·       Experience of teaching the sciences for at least a year

·       Ideally an understanding of SEN and how to differentiate and adapt learning individual children’s needs

·       Excellent communication and multitasking skills

·       Must be able to adapt to the different learning needs and education levels of students and foster an inclusive and nurturing environment

·       The ability to remain calm in stressful situations

·       Be flexible and open to change

·       Working with children that have SEN would be desirable, however you must be able to show patience, empathy, emotional intelligence, problem solving and sensitivity and understanding of student’s needs, and the ability to understand students’ reactions.

WHAT WE OFFER

·       A competitive salary

·       Pension scheme

·       14 weeks paid holiday

·       Professional development

·       Onsite Parking

Additional notes

This Job Description may be amended at any time following consultation between the post holder and the Principal and will be reviewed annually. This Job Description does not give an exclusive list of tasks, but a framework for development of the post. Wemms Education Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act, 1974 and other associated legislation places responsibility for Health and Safety on all employees, therefore it is expected that everyone takes reasonable care for their own health and safety and the health and safety of others. The post holder will be expected to work within the schools’ policies and procedures.

The above duties may involve having access to information of a confidential nature, which may be covered by General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 2018, and by Part 1 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act, 1972. Confidentiality must always be maintained, and employees must work with and process personal and sensitive information in accordance with Data Protection Act 2018 including the GDPR. Employees must protect the safety of information (e.g. using strong passwords, reporting breaches, and ensuring information is stored and disposed of securely.

The appointment of Wemms staff will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.