Inner London Pay Range: Main Pay Scale, plus 1 SEN point
Full-time Monday to Friday
About the school
Castlebar is an ‘Outstanding’ Special School for primary aged children. We are very proud of our achievements, but more than anything we are very proud of the children we are privileged to work with.
We are seeking a dynamic, committed teacher who is passionate about education to join our school, working with young children who have a range of learning difficulties including complex needs, Autism and Global Delay. We offer a warm and welcoming environment with a fantastic and supportive team and excellent opportunities for professional development.
About you
Teachers with specific interests in special schools are welcome to apply.
Essential Qualities include:
- *Thorough knowledge of the National Curriculum and its implications for children with complex learning difficulties
- *Experience of working with pupils with additional needs
- *Imagination, creativity and a highly developed sense of responsibility
- *Positive outlook and a good sense of humor
We can offer:
- *A fantastic school with excellent facilities including rebound therapy and swimming pool
- *A supportive and caring staff
- *Great possibilities for professional development
- *A commitment to work life balance
How to apply
Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from the school website www.castlebar.ealing.sch.uk.vacancies. You can also contact the school to request further information by contacting Philippa Quenby by emailing pquenby@castlebar.ealing.sch.uk or telephone: (020) 8998 3135.
Visits to the school, are warmly welcome by appointment through Philippa Quenby.
Castlebar is committed to Safeguarding Children – All candidates will require Enhanced DBS clearance. Candidates who have lived or worked abroad may require an overseas police check and will be asked to provide a good conduct certificate. Proof of settled status is required. The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.
We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2.
Please note we do not accept CVs, and these will not be shortlisted.
Closing date: application forms to be submitted to the school by midnight on Sunday 22 April 2024
Interviews: Thursday and Friday 9 and 10 May 2024