CLASS TEACHER

Location

APPLEBEE WOOD COMMUNITY SPECIALIST SCHOOL
Far Croft , Off Leyland Road , Lostock Hall , Preston , PR5 5SS
Tel: 01772 336976
School website: www.applebeewood.co.uk
Roll: 163

Information

The Governors and Headteacher are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed experienced Class Teacher to join a dedicated, hardworking staff in the supportive environment of our welcoming and friendly school - Applebee Wood Specialist School.

We are looking for a Teacher who is;

striving to be an outstanding teacher

is enthusiastic about providing high quality, varied learning experiences for our children

sets targets and plans rigorously to ensure all children achieve their full potential

works effectively as part of a team

enjoys working with and leading other adults to continue to fulfil our vision moving our school forward

If you would like to be part of Applebee Wood School family, you are welcome to visit us and experience our school first hand. Visits should be arranged by contacting the school office via phone (01772 336976) or email (bursar@applebeewood.co.uk).

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Essential Qualifications

QTS Status – BA (Hons), BEd (Hons) degree or PGCE

Desirable Qualifications

SEN qualification

Essential Experience

Experience of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs.

Experience of working with pupils with challenging behaviour.

Outstanding classroom practitioner with evidence of setting appropriate expectations to advance learning by engaging and motivating pupils.

Desirable Experience

Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment (special school/short stay school).

Proposed Interview Date:

15/05/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact our Deputy Headteacher Mr J Cockerill via email jcockerill@applebeewood.co.uk

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Mrs K Turner School Business Manager bursar@applebeewood.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.