Total 150 Education / Training job vacancies in Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 9JE

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Position

You will be carrying out the professional duties of a class teacher and as such will provide the provision of an appropriate learning experience for all pupils under the guidance of the Assistant Principal.

Unqualified teacher applications with experience will also be considered.

What you will offer

The successful applicant will have the ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and a passion for teaching. You must be able to enthuse, motivate and progress pupils of all abilities.

What the school offers its staff

You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
• A strong commitment to professional development
• We strive to be a family friendly employer
• Employee counselling service
• Cycle to work scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Science on a permanent contract basis. You will be joining a hard-working, well-qualified and very friendly group of teachers who want the Science subject to be seen as lively and exciting. The ability to teach one of the Sciences to A-Level would be advantageous.

Our school is an amazing place, full of wonderful students and staff. We pride ourselves on taking an evidence-based approach to innovation, meaning that we choose strategies that impact on student progress and teacher workload.

Our sensible and realistic policies include an excellent behaviour policy, and a whole class feedback policy.

Our modern facilities provide an excellent environment to work in, and our thriving Sixth Form continues to grow, as do the numbers in other year groups; our 2021 Year 7 intake is the largest in ten years as the school becomes increasingly popular.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent Science teacher who truly is passionate about the subject;
• Be a committed team player;
• Have the ability to engage and inspire pupils and build excellent relationships;
• Be committed to Felixstowe School's ethos;
• Be passionate and ambitious about their own career development.

Applications are warmly encouraged from Early Career Teachers, for whom excellent facilities and support exists.

For more information about the school, visit the School websitewww.fxa.org.uk

For more information on our Trust, Unity Schools Partnership, visit the Trust websitewww.unitysp.co.uk

All applications must be submitted via our Trust online application portal.

We welcome a visit to meet our staff and students. If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application, please contact Shane Hurren on 01394 288228 orshurren@fxs.org.uk.

Closing Date:09:00am, 6th December 2024

Interviews: TBC

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed tosafer recruitment,equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.

Unity Schools Partnership, welcoming diversity.

What the school offers its staff

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent Science teacher who truly is passionate about the subject;
• Be a committed team player;
• Have the ability to engage and inspire pupils and build excellent relationships;
• Be committed to Felixstowe School's ethos;
• Be passionate and ambitious about their own career development.

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

What skills and experience we're looking for

GENERAL INFORMATION:

St Mary’s Church of England Academy are currently calling for a skilled or newly qualified Class Teacher to come forward and be a part of our exciting school journey! We have a full-time maternity cover role available, ready to begin in January 2025, fixed-term until 31st August 2025.

We are looking to appoint a skilled, passionate and ambitious candidate, who demonstrates consistently high standards of teaching and learning and is committed to ensuring the highest standards of achievement for all our pupils.

We are particularly looking for:

• An outstanding teacher with high expectations for all.
• A dynamic and creative thinker, who can make learning purposeful, relevant and exciting.
• A collaborative and cooperative colleague who contributes effectively in a team.
• A passionate candidate with drive to develop aspirations and create lifelong learners and citizens of the future.
• A teacher who is willing to embrace and celebrate our Christian ethos.
• A candidate with the ability to promote high standards of achievement and behaviour.

In return, we can offer:

• An ambitious, successful and vibrant place to work with a brand new learning environment and dedicated staff.
• Children who are well motivated and keen to learn.
• High quality support and Continued Professional Development.
• An opportunity to shape the future of our school.

HOW TO APPLY:

For more information including; a full job description/person specification and an application form, please contact the HR Officer via email: HR@smpsac.org

The application form, along with an equal opportunities form, should be returned to the Academy by the specified closing date, and must be accompanied by a supporting letter. Other forms of curriculum vitae are not acceptable in place of a completed application form.

We are a distinctive, caring Christian school, where everyone in the community is valued. It is not a requirement of the role to be a Christian, but candidates should be sympathetic to and support the Christian ethos of the school.

St Mary's Church of England Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to references, which are satisfactory for the advertised post, enhanced DBS with barred list information and identity checks.

What the school offers its staff

Employee welfareCPD

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Breckland School is seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher of English to join our team of passionate and driven subject specialists. We are looking for a colleague who is confident enough to try new methods and reflect on how they can improve, who wants to share their experiences with, and learn from their colleagues at a time of positive change in the department, and who will put our students and their best interests at the heart of their teaching.

At Key Stage 4 we enter students for the AQA GCSE over a two-year KS4. At Key Stage 3, a three year course, we are finalising an exciting new curriculum which celebrates a wide range of texts drawn from the traditional canon to newly published literature from a diverse range of authors. Our curriculum aims to develop a love of reading, an excellence in communication skills and a detailed understanding of the power of language, both through the skill of analysis and the joy of creative writing.

What the school offers its staff

There are opportunities to develop and plan collaboratively in our supportive team as we continue to develop and enhance our curriculum. If you want to work in a supportive, progressive department, where you have the opportunity to teach your passion, where students are well behaved, and where your contributions are sought and valued, we wish to hear from you.

It is important to belong at work and the work you do is relied upon by our students, so even small positive differences which are made, make people very happy. We want to ensure you have a good work life balance and one of the ways we achieve this is by having a two-week autumn half term.

You can view a full list of requirements and further information about the school and Trust in the candidate pack. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply as we may be able to support you in any areas for development or we may have alternative roles that are a good fit for you. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

At Unity Schools Partnership our objective is to smash through barriers to make remarkable change happen. We pride ourselves on being an educational organisation that puts children first, going the extra mile for the vulnerable and disadvantaged, and every one of us has an impact on unlocking our students’ potential. We are committed to providing a working environment where our employees can grow and thrive. We value collaboration, wellbeing, diversity, equality and work-life balance.

Throughout our diverse family of schools and within our vibrant central hub we nurture talent, whether you are at the beginning of your career or looking to grow your expertise.

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a great primary teacher/leader with a passion for Early Years and KS1?

We are looking to appoint an inspirational and highly effective Trust Early Years/ Key Stage 1 Senior Teacher to be deployed into our schools to teach and support school-based leadership.

We are looking for someone who:

• can teach Early Years and KS1 classes
• has the skills and expertise to support and develop the quality of teaching and learning across EYFS and KS1
• has the skills and enthusiasm to lead subjects such as English.
• is highly motivated and excited by teaching
• is passionate about supporting every child
• is an excellent practitioner but who is committed to continually improving their practice
• is excited to support school-based leadership and play a pivotal role in the leadership of schools.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• CUSP curriculum, including CUSP EYFS
• a commitment to reducing teacher workload and supporting everyone’s wellbeing through wellbeing packages and an employee assistance programme
• very friendly and welcoming schools with great staff teams
• children who are enthusiastic learners with excellent behaviour
• supportive and forward-thinking leadership teams
• weekly release time for leadership
• a wide range of excellent CPD opportunities

Further details about the role

Unity Schools Partnership is a Multi Academy Trust 39 schools with approval to open two further special schools and two primary schools in the near future. The ambition of Unity Schools Partnership is to achieve a step change in the quality of education provided by primary, secondary and special schools and that its schools are achieving top quartile performance by 2026. The trust expects its work to be characterised by ethical leadership, an ambition for improvement at pace and the expectation that remarkable change can happen.

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

What skills and experience we're looking for

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The professional competencies expected of a Teacher of French and English are:

• Be an outstanding teacher (or have the potential to be) with evidence of impact on pupil outcomes with a proven track record of total commitment to helping every pupil achieve their very best and make progress;

• Have excellent understanding of what constitutes excellence in teaching and learning;

• Be a positive role model for pupils and staff on a day-to-day basis;

• Collaborate effectively with staff, parents/carers and students;

• Have the ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;

• Be able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;

• Be able to multi-task and work under pressure;

• Be flexible and resilient in managing and executing daily responsibilities;

• Be able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills;

• Show willingness to accept responsibility for own actions;

• Have the ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.

The qualifications and experience required of a Teacher of French and English are:

• Have qualified teacher status.

What the school offers its staff

Teachers’ PensionPluxee Benefits

Care First EAP

Free Refreshments

On-site Parking

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.

Your new company
Working with our client based in a school, you will join the newly established HR team to help build an efficient and effective HR operational service to the wider Education Trust.

Your new role
This vacancy will support the HR Advisor and HR Manager with administration for a variety of duties as required. Responsibilities include:

• Recruitment administration: Acting as the main point of contact for recruitment drives; Writing job adverts and liaising with internal stakeholders; Ensuring safe recruitment practices and obtaining pre-employment checks; Maintaining an up-to-date suite of templates, including offer letters and contracts of employment.
• Training and Qualifications Administration: Update confidential employee records and recognising anomalies; Undertake DBS renewal checks for existing staff and other relevant checks for volunteers and supply staff; Update and apply for employees' work permits; Maintain employee training and CPD records; Organise training/CPD by liaising with internal and external agencies; Managing delegates invitations, booking training rooms, and preparation of documentation.
• Payroll Administration: Update the payroll portal with changes; Pensions administration of new starters and leavers, opt-ins and opt-outs, monthly data collection and year-end certificates.
• HR Administration: Record staff absences and respond to absence requests, producing reports and management information; Maintain paper and digital systems to record and report on employment matters; Manage the HR inbox, responding to HR administrative queries; Take minutes during disciplinary, investigation, grievance and other meetings; Assist in the performance appraisal scheme and ensure performance standards are set and met.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have prior HR ADMINISTRATIVE/ASSISTANT experience within AN EDUCATION ENVIRONMENT. You will have knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft Office suite applications, as well as good basic knowledge of employment rights and diversity/equality issues within the workplace. It is essential to have good written and verbal communication skills and be self-motivated, organised, and flexible to manage conflicting workload demands with a keen eye for detail. Willingness to study towards CIPD qualifications and a proven commitment to professional development is also desirable.

What you'll get in return
They offer hybrid working (2:3) with free parking on site. You will also have a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days plus bank holidays.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a focused team in maintaining the personal care needs of our residents, respecting their dignity and promoting their independence at all times. You will also ensure that our care services are of a consistently high standard and help in caring for our residents, and undertake other general day-to-day activities in our home.

Kingsley Specialist Services provides support for people with learning disabilities and complex needs who would benefit from living in a more peaceful setting.

Reports to: Nurse/Senior Support Worker



This role could be for you if you have;

- A caring and patient nature
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to work well under pressure.
- Previous experience as a carer is preferred, but not essential.

- Full UK Driving Licence is preferred, but not essential.



What will you get from the role?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed’s Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley’s caring ethos.

As a Support Worker, you will be working as part of a focused team in maintaining the personal care needs of our residents, respecting their dignity and promoting their independence at all times. You will also ensure that our care services are of a consistently high standard and help in caring for our residents, and undertake other general day-to-day activities in our home.

Kingsley Specialist Services provides support for people with learning disabilities and complex needs who would benefit from living in a more peaceful setting.

Reports to: Nurse/Senior Support Worker



This role could be for you if you have;

- A caring and patient nature
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to work well under pressure.
- Previous experience as a carer is preferred, but not essential.

- Full UK Driving Licence is preferred, but not essential.



What will you get from the role?

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes to help you at every step.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications: Applicants should have: • An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS. • Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post) • Teachers who do not have QTS but who feel they may be suitable for the role are encouraged to contact the school in the first instance.

Experience: Applicants should have experience of: • Teaching the subject in a secondary school across the 11-16 age range. • Assessing students for a variety of purposes using appropriate strategies. • Working with whole-school behaviour systems. • Supporting students in the subject with a SEND or EAL

Skills, Knowledge: Applicants should have knowledge and understanding of: • The subject taught, to undergraduate degree level or an equivalent standard • Different approaches to teaching the subject and the strengths and weaknesses of these • The wider role of a teacher in the personal development of pupils, including the main responsibilities of a form tutor • The statutory requirements concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEND and Child Protection

Personal Attributes: Applicants should have the ability to: • Express themselves clearly in written and spoken English • Manage pupil behaviour in line with a school policy • Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, pupils, parents and the wider community • Organise working time effectively to ensure that all requirements of the post are met punctually and to a high standard

What the school offers its staff

The Inspiration Trust offers all staff a range of benefits via our ‘my lifestyle' portal. All eligible staff will have access to a range of benefits from salary sacrifice schemes and employee discounts.

Commitment to safeguarding

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Think you know The Willows? Think again..

Welcome to a new era where high educational expectations and empathetic connections are at the heart of our mission to improve lives; a place where children are challenged and inspired to be Fun, Involved, Self-aware Heroes.

We are building a fortress where our ethos and curriculum will enable children to wonder about, experience and feel their world, gaining skills and knowledge that will inspire big dreams about what they can become and self-worth so they value who they are.

We need your skills and enthusiasm to make our vision a reality and having taken our first steps we are now seeking an experienced champion of children (teacher!) who has a passion for teaching children with special educational needs to join our team.

Working closely with our fantastic SENDCo you will be teaching a small group of children with EHCPs / complex needs to ensure they make great progress from their varied starting points and they experience success as part of the small group and their home class.

The class will follow follow a broad, balanced and personalised curriculum, which enables children’s academic learning alongside their speech and language skills, early play skills, social skills and emotional literacy development. Knowledge and experience teaching in an early years setting or specialist provision would be particularly advantageous to the role.

We would like to recruit a teacher who:

• has knowledge and experience in mainstream primary or early years’ teaching and SEND or special school/specialist unit teaching
• has excellent teaching skills, particularly in early literacy and numeracy
• is skilled in managing and understanding behaviour, including social-emotional needs
• can work as part of a team
• is flexible, skilled, and committed to working with children with SEND
• can plan and deliver a specialised curriculum to children with learning difficulties including writing personalised targets and making accurate assessments
• knows SEND and inclusive strategies to help children develop to their full potential in all areas.

What the school offers its staff

• A forward-thinking school that encourages self-motivated continuing professional development.
• A supportive ethos where your contributions will be valued
• The opportunity to plan with colleagues to ensure a rich and inclusive curriculum offer.
• Trust in your professional capabilities and support for you to realise your innovative ideas.
• A school where you will be enabled to make your mark and you will really know you are making a difference in the lives of children.
• A warm welcome from our wonderful children when you visit

Further details about the role

Please note: 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.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Willows Primary School is an Orwell Multi Academy Trust Academy and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications: Applicants should have: • An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS. • Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post) • Teachers who do not have QTS but who feel they may be suitable for the role are encouraged to contact the school in the first instance

Experience: Applicants should have experience of: • Teaching the subject in a secondary school across the 11-16 age range. • Assessing students for a variety of purposes using appropriate strategies. • Working with whole-school behaviour systems. • Supporting students in the subject with a SEND or EAL

Skills, Knowledge: Applicants should have knowledge and understanding of: • The subject taught, to undergraduate degree level or an equivalent standard • Different approaches to teaching the subject and the strengths and weaknesses of these • The wider role of a teacher in the personal development of pupils, including the main responsibilities of a form tutor • The statutory requirements concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEND and Child Protection

Personal Attributes: Applicants should have the ability to: • Express themselves clearly in written and spoken English • Manage pupil behaviour in line with a school policy • Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, pupils, parents and the wider community • Organise working time effectively to ensure that all requirements of the post are met punctually and to a high standard

What the school offers its staff

The Inspiration Trust offers all staff a range of benefits via our ‘my lifestyle' portal. All eligible staff will have access to a range of benefits from salary sacrifice schemes and employee discounts.

Commitment to safeguarding

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

What skills and experience we're looking for

For more information, to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the role please contacthead@sbrschool.co.ukor phone 01473 556210.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate teacher to join our team at an SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school.in Suffolk.

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people who face significant challenges.

You will work in a supportive environment, delivering engaging lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of students, helping them to achieve their potential both academically and personally. If you are passionate about education, resilience, and fostering positive relationships, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Experience in SEMH settings is desirable but not essential, as full training and ongoing professional development will be provided.

What the school offers its staff

For more information, to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the role please contacthead@sbrschool.co.ukor phone 01473 556210.

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Burton End Primary Academy are looking for a Class Teacher to join our team. Applications are welcomed from teachers at all stages of their career. There may be the opportunity for middle leadership opportunities for the right candidate.

We are looking for:

• inspiring teachers with a passion for primary education
• teachers with a high expectation for teaching and learning
• teachers who deliver high quality lessons that engage and challenge pupils
• teachers who are highly motivated

It is important to belong at work and the work you do is relied upon by our pupils, so even small positive differences which are made, make people very happy. We want to ensure you have a good work life balance and one of the ways we achieve this is by having a two-week autumn half term break

What the school offers its staff

As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:

• a friendly and welcoming school
• dedicated colleagues with an excellent team ethos
• a supportive and driven leadership team
• Investment in your training and development
• Bespoke teacher development programmes supported by our Teaching School Hub
• Excellent career development opportunities in our school and across the trust including secondments to other trust schools
• Evidence informed research opportunities via our Research School and programmes to reduce teacher workload including the development of the CUSP curriculum and other programmes the staff within our schools benefit from
• Wellbeing support service
• Trust wide professional development and wellbeing day for all staff

Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

- Suffolk County Council – Countywide - Community based
- MPS/UPS + SEN allowance
- Full Time (32.5 hours per week)
- Permanent

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Specialist Teacher for Vision Impairment (VI) and Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI) you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities
When you join the Vision Impairment (VI) and Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI) Team as a specialist teacher, we’ll support your development from the start.
You will:
- support Children and Young People (CYP) and their families, as well as schools and settings to meet the needs of CYP with a vision or multi-sensory impairment
- ensure a focus on enabling and empowering school and setting-based professionals to meet the needs of their learners
- liaise with and facilitate joint working with families and with other relevant partners and agencies to review progress and to secure the learner’s success and inclusion
- work in partnership with schools and settings; modelling best practice and demonstrating and sharing a variety of resources, impactful approaches, and strategies to enable the learners’ access, progress, and inclusion
- promote inclusive classrooms through target setting, supporting school staff and delivering effective and high-quality training
- work collaboratively with the other services within the Specialist Education Services (SES) and the wider Inclusion Service.
As part of the SES, you will be responsible for managing a caseload, including attending meetings, and writing visit notes and inclusion plans. As well as working with CYP, families and professionals in schools to promote good practice, you will liaise with other teams within SES, as relevant, to raise awareness of inclusion for CYP on caseload. You will update your own knowledge and qualifications through continued professional development. You will be responsible for delivering training to schools at individual and cluster level and contribute to training at county level.

You will need to:
- be an experienced teacher (holding QTS) with experience of working with learners who have SEND, and specifically VI or MSI, although this is not essential
- evidence a commitment to continuing professional development
- have excellent interpersonal skills, working well with CYP, their families, and school staff as well as a multidisciplinary team of colleagues
- have good written communication skills for report writing and the production of training materials
- have good personal organisation skills, excellent time management and the ability to work as part of a team
- have the ability to advise and guide school staff on a range of issues relating to inclusion and provision, to meet the needs of learners with VI and MSI.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).  If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team
The Sensory and Physical team offers a comprehensive range of services including Deaf Services, Vision Service, Multi-sensory Impairment Service, and support from Intervenors and Specialist LSAs. Our team comprises qualified teachers, Sensory Support Practitioners, and medical professionals with diverse experience across mainstream and specialist provisions, covering pre-school, primary, and secondary expertise. We also collaborate closely with a Habilitation Specialist as part of our extended team.
As a well-respected and friendly group, we are dedicated to supporting children and young people with vision impairments, aiming to promote their independence and sense of self. Our supportive environment fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development. Working with individuals from birth to 25 years old, we have the unique opportunity to witness and support their growth and development over time. Our work spans various settings, including educational institutions, homes, and community environments, with some time allocated for office or remote work. We are passionate about our mission and committed to providing tailored support to enable our young people to become independent adults.

Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

For more information
Please contact Cathy Tatum (she/her) cathy.tatum@suffolk.gov.uk 07732 604016 or Rachel Lewis (she/her) rachel.lewis@suffolk.gov.uk 01284 741233 or 07704 017562 for a casual conversation.

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP.
- You should use the Supporting Statement template.
- Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 17 October 2024


This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid