Class Teacher - The Orchard School

Are you a talented and dedicated teacher who is ready to take on a new challenge? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils with diverse needs? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

The Orchard School is seeking to appoint good/outstanding teachers to join our exceptional team. As an exemplary classroom practitioner, you will bring your wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and motivation to our vibrant and forward-looking school. This is an exciting time to join The Orchard school as we look to expand our provision to support additional pupils with profound and complex needs.

At The Orchard School, we believe in nurturing every child's potential through a welcoming ethos and strong partnerships with families and other agencies. Our commitment to collaboration ensures that our pupils receive the best possible support and education. We are proud to be a dynamic school that values innovation and embraces new approaches.

To excel in these roles, you must have extensive experience and a genuine passion for the education of pupils with a wide range of needs. Your dedication to their growth and development will be evident in your teaching practice and your ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments. We understand the importance of finding the right fit, which is why we encourage you to visit our school. Experience our friendly atmosphere and witness the incredible work being done by our dedicated staff and pupils.

We have arranged visits on:

• Friday 22nd November @ 9:30

• Wednesday 27th November @ 9:30

Please email deanna.jackson@orchard.sandwell.sch.uk at The Orchard School to secure your place. Joining The Orchard School means joining a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth. If you are ready to embark on an exciting new journey with us, we would love to hear from you. Make a difference in the lives of our pupils and contribute to our successful school. Apply now and become a part of The Orchard School family.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Any offer of appointment will be subject to successful DBS clearance and 2 satisfactory references and a clear Disqualification by association return. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. 

If you have the experience and passion to join our school, application forms are available below and should be returned to: 

SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk 

If you require more information about how to apply for the post, please call 0121 296 3000. 

Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail. 

If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there. 

Please note only successful applicants will be notified. 

Online Search 

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. 

Contract: Permanent (Full Time) and Temporary Maternity Cover (Full and Part Time Monday-Wednesday)  

Salary: Teachers Main Pay to Upper Pay range. £30,000 - £46,525 p.a. plus SEN Allowance 

Location: The Orchard School, Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 8LD 

Closing date: Tuesday 3rd December 2024 @ 9am

Shortlisting: Wednesday 4th December 2024

Interviews: Tuesday 17th December 2024