VLC is a small independent school based in Whitnash. We seek to 'transform the lives of young people through caring education'. We have the privilege of working alongside some of   the most vulnerable children in Warwickshire. We offer small, calm and therapeutic learning environments, where students who struggle to access mainstream learning can thrive.

VLC is looking for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified and experienced individual to join our team as a Teacher.

Candidates should have a passion for and experience of working with young people, and experience working with secondary aged pupils. Hours will be during Warwickshire schools’ term time only. For more details of the role and requirements, please see the Job Description, enclosed in the Application Pack.

For details of how to apply, please see the Application Process enclosed in the Application Pack. Please return applications as soon as possible.​

To download an Application Pack, please click here. 

For more information on VLC or this role, please get in contact. Prospective candidates are encouraged to arrange a visit to VLC prior to application.

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Job Title:              Teacher
The post holder will be accountable to the Centre Lead who is accountable VLC Principal.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• To teach agreed subjects up to at least GCSE standard to small groups of secondary aged students.
• To mark work for students’ lessons in line with VLC’s Marking and Assessment Policy.
• To contribute to the writing of schemes of learning.
• To be well researched and planned for all lessons. To work and communicate effectively within a centre team.
• To liaise with the Centre Leader to accurately assess and report on student progress.
• To communicate with parents or stakeholders as requested by the Centre Leader.
• To abide by the VLC Safeguarding Policy.
• To attend staff meetings and monthly CPD sessions as relevant.
• To abide by VLC’s Staff Code of Conduct.
• Other duties as agreed with the Employer.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in a related subject. Teaching qualifications are essential.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to teach individual students to at least GCSE level. Good team working and communication skills. Flexible and creative thinking in order to overcome problems. Teaching experience is desirable but not essential.

Character

• Willing to support the Christian ethos of the organisation.
• Willing to flex planning to accommodate the different needs of each student.
• A empathetic, gentle and understanding approach to the needs and experiences of our pupils.
• A commitment to the aims, ethos and values of VLC.

Hours

• Warwickshire schools’ term time, 8.30am until 4pm.

VLC 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. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.