Calling all qualified teachers!

Are you a qualified teacher who specialises in Music, PE, Art & Design, Food Technology, Science or Computing & ICT?

Jigsaw School has an exciting opportunity for a qualified teacher with experience of teaching the UK National Curriculum to lead a class of 3-6 pupils, providing 1:1 and small group support to enhance pupil progress. You will become an integral part of our qualified teaching team with oversight of planning and implementation of school-wide curriculum for your specialised subject. 

How will you contribute to the team?

• Provide teaching to a small class of pupils, following individualised curriculums
• Plan and implement school wide curriculum for your specialised subject and organise themed days and events such as healthy eating week and safer internet day
• Manage pupils’ curriculum targets and delivery of vocational qualifications
• Support pupils’ participation in trips, applying theory-based learning to practice
• Provide behaviourally based support to replace and reduce behaviours that impact quality of life
• Collect, record and analyse data to monitor progress and improve learning programmes
• Assist with breaktime duties including playground support and snack time

Why choose Jigsaw?

• £1,000  joining bonus
• Competitive salary and annual reviews that consider performance and cost of living
• Opportunity to provide individualised and tailored support by leading a class of only 3-6 pupils
• Career advancement opportunities to internal senior roles
• Opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, teachers, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists allowing a holistic approach to pupil development
• Staff wellbeing and support facilities
• Enrolment into our pension scheme
• Term time only working
• Range of comprehensive funded training pathways – opportunity to complete a Masters in High Incidence & Disabilities (worth up to £13,000) and RQF qualifications in Early Years, Learning Difficulties and Teaching & Learning

What do you need to apply?

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teaching & Learning Status (QTLS)
• Mainstream teaching experience within the UK school system and an understanding of the UK National Curriculum
• An understanding and interest in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Comfortable working with children who exhibit behaviours that challenge
• Comfortable supporting others with personal/intimate care where required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with all stakeholders