KS3 Specialist Teacher

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity to join The Windmill School in our secondary department. We are seeking enthusiastic, committed KS3/KS4 Teachers to deliver a range of national curriculum subjects to autistic pupils at this day special school for autistic children and young people based in High Barnet. Experience of teaching Computing at KS3 or KS4 would be an advantage. We welcome qualified early career teachers with experience of working with neurodiverse pupils within this age range or more experienced teachers who might be looking for an environment where they can utilise their SEND teaching skills with small groups of students in a setting which has been purposely and thoughtfully designed for learners with sensory processing and communication needs.

Personal attributes

Applicants will:

Have QTS status and KS3 curriculum knowledge in any specialist subject although Computer Science would be an advantage.
Believe, inspire and achieve.
Enjoy developing positive relationships with children, providing a model of excellence in terms of teaching & learning and role modelling.
Have an enthusiasm for new evidence-based approaches including the implementation of your ideas.
Be reflective practitioners with a “can do” approach to teaching and with a passion to raise standards.
Be able to support all students to believe they have the potential to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Be ambitious, professional and committed to further personal development and committed to working as part of a dynamic team of professionals both in and out of the classroom.

Salary & Benefits

Salary from £36413 to £53994 per year

The Windmill School is part of Barnet Special Education Trust, which is an organisation where all staff feel happy, valued and supported. We can offer the ideal candidate the following:

Excellent CPD opportunities, working collaboratively alongside outstanding and experienced practitioners, utilising effective evidenced based approaches.
The resources needed to be able to teach and respond to each child’s needs using a whole-child approach to learning and wellbeing.
The freedom to create bespoke lesson plans to offer opportunities for self- expression and exploration for each individual learner.
Small class sizes and excellent staff: student ratio.
A state-of-the-art new building designed especially for autistic learners.
Outer London Pay Scale plus SEN Allowance
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which covers wellbeing, financial and legal support
Great location in High Barnet with good public transport links.

Further information about this role can be found in the Job Description/Person Specification attachment.

Location

The Windmill School
Moxon Street
Barnet
Herts
EN5 5TS

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

To apply for this position please complete an application form (attachment) and return it to vacancies@bsentrust.org by midday on Friday 25^th April 2025.

If you are still unsure about applying for this role, we welcome visits to the school or we can arrange an informal chat with you about what the position will entail. Please call 020 3062 3600 to arrange an appointment. (please note the school will be closed from 5^th April to 23^rd April 2025)

Equal opportunities

Equality Policy

Barnet Special Education Trust are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with children, young people, and vulnerable adults. To be successful in your application you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process including online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with KCSIE recommendations. Employees of the Trust must always adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour. Barnet Special Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Job reference: 2025/03