CLASS TEACHER

Location

THE COPPICE SCHOOL
Ash Grove , Bamber Bridge , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 6GY
Tel: 01772 336342
School website: www.coppice.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 63

Information

The Coppice School is a truly special place to work and our pupils are at the heart of everything we do here. We meet the wide range of special educational needs for learners aged 2-19 years and all our pupils have statements or Education Health Care Plans. We currently have 63 pupils on roll and take pride in the fact that we know our individual pupils and families well. Our most recent OFSTED inspection highlighted The Coppice School.

“Is a warm and caring school that prides itself on providing a family atmosphere for its pupils. Pupils are welcomed into the school as their ‘second home’.” (May 2024)

Our aim is to ensure that through fun and stimulating activities we Learn, Enjoy and Achieve. We are proud of the school’s dedicated and highly motivated staff team who are passionate about providing the best possible opportunities for children to thrive and develop their independence. We work in partnership with parents, therapy staff, social care and other agencies to ensure the best possible provision for our learners.

We are seeking to appoint a qualified teacher due to the retirement of a long-standing member of staff. This position would suit an ECT or experienced teacher. 

The Coppice School is committed to the safeguarding of all pupils. CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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.

The closing date is 12 noon 03/03/2025

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree

Desirable Qualifications

Recent participation in relevant training

Relevant SEN qualification

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children/young people with a range of SEND to include complex learning difficulties and autism

Experience of parental engagement in children’s learning

The ability to demonstrate a high standard of classroom practice

A flexible and positive approach to school life demonstrating a good sense of humour

Desirable Experience

Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Experience of working with children/young people with challenging behaviour

Experience of assessment, recording and reporting for pupils with a range of SEND and complex learning difficulties

Proposed Interview Date:

13/03/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Candidates are encouraged to visit school. Visit dates are:
Tuesday 4th February at 3.30pm
Friday 7th February at 2.00pm

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Sharon Mackenzie, School Business Manager by email: sbm@coppice.lancs.sch.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.