Head of English
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a creative and passionate teacher with high expectations?
If so, we have a wonderful opportunity for youto have a leading role in our small English department.
We have an exciting opportunity to oversee our Literacy and English provision across the whole school, whilst teaching in our semi-formal and formal pathways in the secondary school. You will make a tangible difference to the lives of students at our school and be a valued part of the whole school community, who work together closely to ensure we meet our students’ individual needs.
Students at Valence behave impeccably and are highly motivated; we are looking for an English leader who can help our students communicate with the world around them and achieve their full potential. Long term and medium term planning will be key aspects of the role, so you will be an organised and conscientious teacher with a clear vision for the department.
This post is suitable for an experienced teacher who would like to add an additional dimension to their practice, or an ambitious teacher looking to take on a new challenge. Experience of teaching GCSE English Literature and Language, or equivalent qualifications, is essential.Previous experience of teaching SEND would be an advantage but not essential.
Visits to the school would be warmly welcomed.
What the school offers its staff
Valence School is a KCC Foundation residential and day Special School for children and young people with physical disabilities, complex medical needs and associated learning and communication difficulties. We are part of the Kent Special Educational Needs Trust (KsENT).
Further details about the role
Previous experience of SEND would be an advantage but not necessary.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.