Non-Qualified Forest School Teacher- Leamington Spa

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Job description

The Woodside Group in Leamington Spa are recruiting for a Non-Qualified Forest School Teacher to join them!

Woodside Group - Brickyard Barn WarwickshireNon-Qualified Forest School Teacher (Non-Qualified)
Full time and Permanent, Term Time Only
£21,940 (actual salary)
To start as soon as possible

At Woodside we specialise in educating young people with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team and work in our wonderful school with our exceptional students and staff.

Your New Role:

At Woodside (Brickyard Barn Campus) we specialise in educating young people with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and know that by putting each individual at the centre of their learning journey, we are able to craft a unique and fulfilling experience for each student that will allow them to independently contribute to society, embrace life long learning and achieve without a ceiling.

We are excited to announce that we have a vacancy for a full time Non-Qualified Teacher specialising in Forest Schools and Outdoor Activities, to work with students aged 11-19 at our unique outdoor setting.

We're looking for a passionate individual with enthusiasm of the outdoors and experience of helping to develop a child in line with targets from their academic and pastoral plans.

The successful candidate will be delivering sessions 1:1 or in small groups at a base specifically crafted for a small group of students. This "homely" feeling enables us to nurture our students and provide them with the best education experience once we've successfully engaged with them emotionally. Therefore, we need practitioners who can build trusting relationships and provide security to our vulnerable learners and who are able to communicate clearly, confidently and demonstrate resilience in the face of high pressure circumstances.

Essential personal attributes:
Drive, resilience, confidence, initiative, resourcefulness, calm under pressure,
common sense and an ability to manage ambiguity.
Ability to build rapport & trust quickly with both students & staff.
Comfortable working in an informal, professional atmosphere
Pioneering approach, creative, measured risk taker, forward planner,
collaborative
Passionate, prepared to go above and beyond
Role model

Essential skills/experience:
Experience of working with children with Autism
A deep and thorough understanding of autism, perhaps backed up by Autism Level 1/ Level 2
An ability to communicate with staff and students
An understanding of both formative and summative assessment, with an aptitude for data analysis to proactively plan for educational improvement.
A commitment to learning outside the classroom
Change champion
A knowledge of, and up to date qualifications in, the safe handling of students.
Full comprehension of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) information and protocol, as well as all safeguarding issues.

Desirable skills/experience
HLTA qualification
Level 3 Forest School Qualification
Competent in administering first aid.
Experience of teaching in a variety of educational settings.
A commitment towards CPD.
History of working with children who are disengaged with education.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to) Responsibility for complying with the Woodside Group adopted teacher matrix. Responsibility for planning Schemes of Work with a creative, yet target based approach, built upon a solid understanding of the student's individual manifestation of autism. Responsibility for advocating outdoor learning, including this into as many lessons as possible. Responsibility for leading progression with student's autism and/or associated behaviours. Responsibility for marking students' work in line with the marking policy and feeding back to students Responsibility for contributing to the overall ethos of the base. Responsibility for embedding fundamental British values and opportunities for students to increase their spiritual, moral, social and cultural education. Responsibility for following a self-constructed Scheme of Work in line with a long-term plan, which guarantees the educational and personal improvement of students within the year.
Compliance responsibilities Have an awareness of the risk assessment for bases in which they work and be up to date with all relevant policies and procedures. Demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Administrative Responsibilities: Responsibility for the preparation of Schemes of Work and communication of these to the relevant parties. Responsibility for the preparation of any resources for lessons. Responsibility for any work needed to contribute to staff meetings. Responsibility for the input of data to, and analysis of reports from the appropriate software for designated area of curriculum. Responsibility for contributing to Risk Assessments where sessions deem this a requirement. Responsibility for bi-annually contributing to reports to be communicated home to parents.

Health & Safety ResponsibilitiesAll employees are responsible for ensuring they take every reasonable action to keep themselves and everyone in the school environment safe and well.
About The Woodside Group:
The Woodside Group mission is simple. To provide a safe, secure and therapeutic environment, where children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition can find enjoyment and happiness whilst accessing their own individual timetables. We support a range of ASC pupils from the ages of 11-19 and aim that each student reaches their full potential whether it be academic or vocational, and when they leave our provision, aged 19, they have clear pathway into a life, as independent as their abilities allow.
We are a growing community with a number of specialist sites located in Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire with plans for expansion in the near future. This is a great opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative group of schools where two of our provisions have been rated as OFSTED Outstanding. We know that by putting each individual at the centre of their learning journey, we are able to craft a unique and fulfilling experience for each student that will allow them to independently contribute to society, embrace lifelong learning and achieve without a ceiling. If you're inspired by the prospect of being part of the Woodside team, then get in touch and start your journey with us today!
Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome. We encourage you to visit us to see for yourself the opportunities we can provide.

How to apply:
For more information on how to apply, arrange a school visit and for a full application pack, please contact Hayley McDonagh on the below details: Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome.

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Interview Date: TBC
Early enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.
Safeguarding:

Woodside is committed to Keeping Children Safe In Education. Part of this position requires you to work closely with vulnerable young people, reporting to Designated Safeguarding Leaders pertinent information about the safety, welfare and wellbeing of students. Full training will be provided. You are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are 'protected', as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you're not sure whether one of your convictions is 'protected', you can check here (). If you accidentally provide information about 'protected' convictions or cautions, we won't take this into account. It is an offence to apply for the role if you're barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

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