Class Teacher

Main Scale 1-6

Start Date: ASAP

Class Teacher with a specialism in performing arts and dance

Full-Time; permanent: depending on experience

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a highly creative, dynamic, and passionate Teacher to join the thriving team at Regency High School. As a secondary special school, we cater to students with profound, severe or moderate cognitive and learning needs, as well as additional needs. The successful candidate will be teaching students across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.

We welcome applications from both primary and secondary sector teachers, to join our team at Regency High School. While it would be advantageous for applicants to have experience working with pupils who have special educational needs and disabilities, it is not mandatory. However, we do require all candidates to possess a deep passion and dedication in providing exceptional teaching and learning experiences. We encourage prospective applicants to visit our school for an informal discussion about the position. Please note that we reserve the right to interview candidates in advance of the application deadline if they meet the essential criteria.

Attributes Essential/Desirable

Experience 

• Experience and understanding of a wide range of pupil needs
• A variety of teaching experience
• Evidence of contribution to the development of a successful curriculum area, including effective assessment strategies
• Experience of teaching dance. 
• Experience of planning within a subject area
• Experience of resource planning and management

Skills and Abilities 

• Exemplary skills in planning and delivering programmes of work
• Commitment to ensuring high standards of planning, preparation and assessment
• Ability to co-ordinate and lead a team of TA’s
• Excellent literacy and communication skills, including the ability to create reports
• Effective ICT skills for information management and curriculum support
• The ability to deliver dance across different key stages. 

• Proficient in the use of Signalong

• Undergone Team Teach training Ability to deliver effective training to groups of staff

  Professional Knowledge and Understanding 

• Understanding of current relevant educational developments

• A good level of knowledge, understanding and expertise in the curricular, pastoral & organisational issues relating to children and young people with additional needs

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and a range of appropriate accreditations

• Commitment to the holistic nature of education for pupils with learning disabilities

• Awareness, understanding and commitment to the pursuit of equality and anti-oppressive practices

• Qualified Teacher Status 

• Active involvement in working parties and networking groups

  Personal Qualities 

• Self-motivated and hard working

• Good interpersonal skills enabling the candidate to develop strong working relationships with colleagues, parents and the wider community

• A positive approach to the management of behaviour

• Ability to address challenges and issues with enthusiasm, vision, flair sensitivity and attention to detail

• Ability to be self-reflective

• Ability to inspire trust and confidence

• Highly developed organisational skills

• A good sense of humour

• A can-do attitude and a willingness to embrace all opportunities which would benefit pupils 

• Commitment to extending and enriching provision for pupils within and beyond the school day

• Able to nurture self-esteem and value each individual for their contribution

Regency High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, disclosure by association, and medical clearance check.

To apply for this position, please contact our school office (details provided above) or visit our website at www.regency.worcs.sch.uk for further information and an application form.

Application Forms and further details are available on our website: www.regency.worcs.sch.uk or from the School Office at Regency - Tel:  01905 454828,  Email:  l.smith@regency.worcs.sch.uk

Closing Date: Open until position filled

Interviews: To be confirmed