Post 16 Lead

Integrity Education Solutions are supporting a unique independent SEN group based in London, that provides therapeutic education for children and young people with special educational / neurodiverse learning needs (SEN).

They are seeking a Post 16 Lead to join their specialist provision for vulnerable neurodiverse young people in their community based therapeutic service, to start ASAP on a permanent basis.

The Post 16 Lead will be focused on developing and implementing the Post 16 curriculum, including the enterprise and transition of Post 16 pupils into employment, further training and adulthood, meeting the specific needs of the pupils in their school/service. The role also assists in the development of work-based driven learning, including study programmes, work experience, supported internships, apprenticeship and other provision as required.

This will involve providing opportunities for young people to experience & understand vocational subjects in a range of contexts, including in collaboration with colleges, external agencies, employers, training providers and partners, while working alongside other staff to develop and deliver a comprehensive Post 16 Enterprise curriculum, including SENCOs, teaching staff, LIFE Leads (Leadership, Independence, Future Options and Employability) and TAs.

KEY EXPERIENCE

• Substantial experience of supporting neurodiverse children or with ASC and/or SEMH and an understanding of potential implications for communication, learning and behaviour patterns.
• Recent proven experience as an outstanding teacher across PSHE or vocational subjects, enterprise/business opportunities.
• Functional Skills teaching experience in Maths and English is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of SEND Code of Practice, National Curriculum, Functional Skills, relevant BTECs and KS requirements.
• Understand the further education landscape and to be up to date with latest developments from the Department for Education/Ofsted.
• Knowledge and awareness of Safeguarding & Child Protection Procedures.
• Demonstrable achievement in improving learning outcomes.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Qualified Teacher (Holds QTS or QTLS).
• Relevant Post-16 teaching qualification or working towards.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in Post-16 education.
• Assessor Award IS desirable

Salary offered: £46,000 - £49,125 (Dependent on experience)

If this role is of interest, please contact Kenny Fraser at Integrity Education Solutions.

Integrity Education Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.