Science Teacher

We are looking for a dedicated, experienced Science Teacher to join our friendly and supportive team.

OEA Education is a small independent school located in Sandown which has already built an excellent reputation for working with vulnerable students with ASD, attachment difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs.

Extremely small class sizes and high staff ratios allow us to provide highly bespoke and individualised educational provision to our students with additional support provided from our therapy and mental health teams.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a relatively new SEN school and be part of its journey as we develop our SEN provision for students on the Isle of Wight.

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss the role further with potential candidate’s including arranging a visit to the school.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

The successful candidate will:

Plan and deliver lessons whilst following the national curriculum. Have a desire to work in an SEN setting Be approachable, flexible and adaptable, with a desire to make a difference in our students lives. Have the capability for supporting children with social and emotional behavioural needs within an educational environment. Possess effective communication and relationship building skills. Be passionate about providing quality education care and support to young people. To intervene physically with our students, when required, using Team Teach trained techniques when de-escalation strategies have failed (full training will be provided). Demonstrate analytical thinking to improve the quality of pupils' learning. Build team commitment with colleagues and in the classroom engage and motivate pupils.

Qualifications and requirements:

QTS or equivalent required. Proven teaching experience.  Desire to work in an SEN setting. Effective communication skills and build good relationships. Flexible and adaptable. Full UK driving licence – desirable

What we offer in return:

Competitive salary Comprehensive induction training. Regular in-house training for all staff to support their role. Funded professional qualifications. Recommend-a-friend - up to £1500. Discretionary Manager & Peer rewards – Amazon vouchers/monetary reward. Company Sick Pay Scheme. Workplace Pension Scheme. Rewards Gateway benefit scheme. On-site parking. Enhanced DBS covered.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.

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