Job Description

The Role

Kingfisher School is a unique, friendly, and successful school based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, and is part of The Propeller Academy Trust. Our vision is that Kingfisher School is a place where everyone is

valued

to develop

independence

through an

enriching

curriculum which is

worthwhile.

This is the Kingfisher

VIEW.

We provide high quality education for children and young adults aged 2-19 years who have severe, profound, and complex needs including autism. Our school is organised into pathways that are designed to meet the particular needs of the children, offering them learning programmes that build on their individual strengths and celebrate their achievements.

It is a place where every child has an aspirational and personalised education programme that ensures they receive an exceptional opportunity to succeed.

Main purpose

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher who is committed to providing the best possible education and life opportunities for all our students.

Passionate, with drive to ensure our pupils receive the best possible education.

Positive and creative, with a flexible approach.

Forward-thinking, inspirational, and receptive to change.

Able to work within the larger school team and manage a small team of class staff.

Able to respond to challenging behaviour with sensitivity and resilience.

In return we can offer you.

The opportunity to teach within a forward thinking and supportive team.

A structured induction programme.

Excellent professional development opportunities.

A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give students the best possible opportunities.

A strong commitment to staff well-being.

We would like to hear from you if:

You have QTS. You have good numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills. You have high expectations of children and young people with additional and complex needs. You are a team player who can build good working relationships with colleagues whilst leading and coaching the team to further enhance their potential. You are flexible, enthusiastic, and resilient, with a good sense of humour. You are committed to ongoing personal development.

What can we offer you

The opportunity to work with a progressive and forward-thinking multi-academy trust, where you are making a difference to the lives of young people. Opportunities for development and career progression. Induction programme and ongoing CPD and training.
A range of staff benefits including access to an Employee Assistance Programme

A workplace pension scheme

Free eye test for DSE users Free flu vaccinations Free tea and coffee Refer a friend bonus (up to 500) Plus, a range of other staff well-being initiatives. A positive and friendly working environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,916.00-51,048.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person