SEN Teacher/Tutor

Holme Grange is a successful, traditional Independent School with a real soul. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, setting high standards for ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many strengths of this thriving School and we have waiting lists in most year groups.

We have innovative, forward thinking staff with an understanding of how children learn and continue to learn ourselves. We are looking for someone to join us who is willing to contribute ideas and enthusiasm, to motivate and inspire and to strive to provide the finest education, care and opportunity to our pupils.

 We are ideally looking to Level 5 and/or Level 7 Dip SpLD. They will have knowledge and experience in supporting pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties, especially those with Dyslexia QTS is preferable, with the ability to teach Literacy across KS2, KS3 and KS4. However, those with other SEN teaching qualifications/experience will also be considered. We are a thriving Learning Support Department, providing for the needs of our SEN pupils across the school.

 The successful candidate would also be involved in the pastoral system and wider life of Holme Grange School. The school prides itself on a caring, supportive environment for the individual child and high standards in extra- curricular areas of sport, drama, art and music. All staff are expected to be involved in the extra-curricular programme. Holme Grange has its own salary scale. The salary depends on qualifications and experience.

 Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is an equal opportunities employer.

Full details and application form available at www.holmegrange.org/vacancies/ or by telephoning 0118 978 1566. Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a hand-written letter of application to the Headteacher – Mrs C Robinson.

Closing date for applications: Once the position is filled                        Interviews: to be confirmed

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.