Interim Teacher of Functional Skills

5 days ago


Brighton, United Kingdom Ambitious about Autism Full time

We are seeking a passionate and innovative SEND Teacher of Functional Skills (Maths) to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will provide excellent and effective teaching and learning in Functional Skills Maths from Entry 1 to Level 2. You will deliver sessions using dynamic and creative teaching methods tailored to enable learners with Autism and complex needs to achieve their full potential.

About St Johns College 

St. John's is a non-maintained specialist provision, working with autistic people, the majority of whom also have learning disabilities. Some of our learners have co-occurring conditions such as epilepsy, hearing or visual impairments, or mental health needs. We also support autistic learners who have an additional profile of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) syndrome.  

 Each learner's curriculum is shaped by their individual strengths, interests, and challenges. St. John's is awarded with Autism Accreditation by the National Autistic Society (NAS). We support our learners to develop their skills in four focus areas of:  

  • Difference in social communication and interaction  
  • Self-reliance and problem-solving   
  • Sensory  
  • Emotional Well-being  

St. John's has an outstanding training package which ensures our learners are supported by a highly skilled staff team who respect their choices and lifestyle. We have high expectations for our learners, helping them to achieve success in their future lives. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality Functional Skills Maths sessions from Entry 1 to Level 2.
  • Employ innovative and dynamic teaching methods to engage and support learners with ASC and complex needs.
  • Develop and adapt curriculum plans to meet the individual strengths, interests, and challenges of each learner.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic support for learners.

Focus Areas:

  • Difference in social communication and interaction
  • Self-reliance and problem-solving
  • Sensory development
  • Emotional well-being

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
  • Experience in teaching Functional Skills Maths.
  • Understanding of Autism Spectrum Condition and experience working with learners with complex needs.
  • Ability to employ innovative teaching methods and adapt to individual learner needs.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a dedicated and supportive team.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of learners with ASC and complex needs.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Work in a setting recognized for excellence in autism support.

Closing date- 17th December 2024

Interview date- 19th and 20th December 2024

Start date- January 2024

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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