Job Description

Application closing date
15/10/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
MPS/UPS plus SEN1
Package
One post will cover 2 terms with subject knowledge of Maths desirable. The second post will cover 3 terms with knowledge of the Preparation for Adulthood curriculum desirable.
Job category/type
Schools
Calderdale Council Application Form - with disclosure February 2021.docx
Job description

Do you have the expertise and knowledge to teach in an outstanding special school?





We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and dynamic practitioner to teach within our school; someone who is dedicated, compassionate, and who has a genuine desire to make a difference to the lives of young people with SEND.





RavenscliffeHigh School is a secondary generic specialist school, organised into four discrete learning pathways; Sensory, Emergent, Semi-formal and Formal.





Typically, they are working at pre-EYFS and primary levels of development.






Some students have communication methods such as verbal, sign, visual symbols, and AAC methods.





It is a challenging, yet wonderful environment which requires someone with great passion, and who is able to think creatively in order to support students to achieve to very best of their abilities.





The successful candidate will have experience or the desire to teach young people with SEND.





They will work alongside a large team of committed and talented staff, to ensure that all students feel safe, supported and engaged in their learning.






The role will be mainly teaching within the Formal and Semi-formal pathways with a small amount of teaching in the different pathways across school.





The successful candidate will also have responsibility for a mixed ability pastoral group.





Our ideal candidate will:




Be motivational and inspirational, with high expectations of staff and students.

Be an excellent classroom practitioner, with an in-depth knowledge of teaching and learning. Be able to nurture the development of students to reach their full potential, regardless of their level of need.

Be approachable, willing and able to work with staff from across the school.

Support a culture that promotes excellence, equality and high standards for all students. Support the well-being and safety of the whole school community.

Develop excellent relationships with the wider community and other stakeholders.




What We Offer:




A rewarding yet unique role working with incredible young people. Not one day will ever be the same. A supportive culture with a committed staff team working in a community that respects others, champions individuality and celebrates all achievements.

A dynamic team offering opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

A friendly staff team who like to work hard but also support wellbeing and work life balance.





If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of our students, we'd love to hear from you.





If you have any questions about the position please contact the school directly to speak with Jo Hague, Acting Headteacher.





Visits to school are encouraged and available by appointment. Tel 01422 358621





Job packs are available on the school website or can be obtained from Victoria Wyer, HR/Admin Manager and must be returned to HR@ravenscliffe.calderdale.sch.uk.





The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.





Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require an Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.





Please see our School website for full details of the Child Protection policy.





Commitment to Diversity





RavenscliffeHigh School is committed to creating a diverse workforce.





We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership.

Closing date of Wednesday 15th October at 9am.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st October 2025.