KS1/2 TEACHER (PPA)

Location

STEPPING STONES SCHOOL
Bowerham Road , Lancaster , Lancashire , LA1 4HT
Tel: 01524 67164
School website: www.steppingstones.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 32

Information

Thank you for your interest in the role of KS1/2 part time teacher (0.4) PPA. This position is initially until the end of the Autumn term 2025. However, there may be opportunities to continue, dependent on the needs of the school.

Stepping Stones School is a Pupil Referral Unit that supports pupils who have been excluded, or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic Teacher to support our pupils.

We are a values-based school where children and adults are to be respectful, kind, trustworthy and tolerant. We are a small school and we have a friendly supportive environment. We pride ourselves on meeting children’s needs and ensuring they are successful. We have high expectations of everyone and prospective candidates should be resilient, hardworking and committed to working in a challenging but rewarding school.

Our school has a warm friendly atmosphere and pupils are taught in small class sizes. The appointment will suit someone who is a team player and has high expectations of behaviour and achievement from all children. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, practical, and compassionate individual to join our team.

All prospective applicants should carefully read the school information, job descriptions and person specifications.

If you are passionate about working with children and eager to contribute to a thriving school community, we warmly invite you to apply for this role.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new member to our dedicated team.

This position is part time (0.4), please note the salary quoted and SEN point is full time equivalent. If successful the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Stepping Stones School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

More Information can be found at http://www.steppingstones.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

The role will involve:

Working within a small school with mixed aged classes.

Working alongside the SLT/SENDCo to support children with additional needs.

Liaising with staff in terms of adapting plans to suit individual needs, providing feedback to staff regarding pupils, and maintaining records for pupils.

Leading a subject across our school (if appropriate)

Desirable Qualifications

We are looking for someone who:

Inspires and enthuses children to reach their highest potential.

Has good subject knowledge of the curriculum.

Has high expectations and will maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

Works in close collaboration with colleagues as a valued member of a team.

Has excellent behaviour management skills.

Is committed to helping

Essential Experience

We can offer:

A welcoming, supportive, and hardworking staff team.

Access to a wide variety of CPD opportunities.

A committed and supportive leadership team that holds staff wellbeing as crucial to school success

Proposed Interview Date:

12/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

For informal discussion please contact Mr Michael Hooper. Visits to school would be welcome. Please contact Mrs Davies School Office 01524 67164

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Forms to be returned to bursar@steppingstones.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.