Lead Further Education Teacher

No two days will be the same with Seashell, you'll help to promote the intellectual, physical and personal development of students in college.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the planning, design, and delivery of programs tailored to the


needs of students with Autism, ensuring alignment with individual

learning needs and goals.

• Providing leadership and support to teaching and support staff within


the Autism department, fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning

environment.

• Developing and implementing differentiated curriculum content and


teaching materials that promote engagement and progression for

students with Autism.

• Conducting regular assessments and progress reviews to monitor


student development and adapt teaching strategies as needed.

• Collaborating with the Multidisciplinary Team to create Individual


Learning Plans (ILPs) and ensure alignment with Individual Learner

Schedules (ILS) for students with Autism.

• Managing self-assessment and quality assurance processes to ensure


compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

• Providing oversight and management of course records and associated


systems to ensure accuracy and completeness of student data.

• Conducting regular lesson observations and providing constructive


feedback to staff, identifying areas for improvement and implementing

strategies for development.

• Coaching and mentoring new members of staff to enhance their


understanding and delivery of Autism education, promoting continuous

learning and development.

• Developing and delivering regular updates and training sessions for
  
  To be successful in this role, you will need:


• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience with students who have


Autism and other learning difficulties.

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent Post-16 tutor qualification.



• Leadership experience, including managing a team of teaching and


support staff within an educational setting.

• Demonstrated expertise in Autism education, including knowledge of


sensory impairments, communication difficulties, and differentiated

curriculum development.

• Proven ability to implement and evaluate teaching strategies that


support the diverse needs of students with Autism.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with


the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated


on best practices in Autism education.

• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving, with a strong


commitment to the welfare and development of students with complex

disabilities.

We are seeking a dedicated Lead Further Education Autism Teacher to join our team at Seashell Trust. Reporting to the Deputy Head of College, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and develop good practice in Autism education. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing self-assessment processes, overseeing course records, and leading curriculum development initiatives tailored to the needs of students with Autism.

About Seashell

Celebrating over 200 years of being a recognised and registered charity, Seashell Trust provides expert guidance and support to individuals in need.

Based in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport, the Trust consists of the Royal School Manchester (RSM), Royal College Manchester (RCM), outreach health and family services and residential homes which provide a safe and supporting environment.

About Seashell Royal College Manchester

RCM offers tailored and specialist education and care to over 70 young people with learning difficulties, disabilities, complex health needs and Autism for students aged 19 to 25.

RCM provides world-leading learning initiatives, resources and highly specialist multi-sensory learning environments which are tailored to each individual young person.

At Seashell Trust we are dedicated to providing a creative, happy, and secure environment for children and young people with complex needs and additional communication challenges from across the UK.

Our detailed 2-week induction programme ensures that all Seashell employees gain the essential knowledge to work within our amazing setting.

With our commitment to ongoing training and development through appraisals and supervisions we encourage career progression and development throughout the business.

Other benefits include:

• Teachers pension scheme for qualified teachers


• Use of our on-site gym, fitness classes, and state of the art swimming pool


• A generous annual leave entitlement (5.4 weeks per year as school holidays)


• as this is a term time only role.


• Free membership to the Trusts inclusive gym, fitness centre and swimming pool


• Access to a range of onsite fitness classes including yoga, Zumba and more


• Discounts on cinema tickets, high street shopping, travel, days out and more


• Private Health Care - through Benenden giving access to 24/7 GP, physiotherapy, medical treatments, mental health support including counselling service, cancer support, care planning and social care advise.


• Life Assurance (3x Annual base salary) subject to terms and conditions


• Cycle to work scheme.


• Free on-site parking


• Employee recognition and reward Summer and Winter events.


• Paid Enhanced DBS, We provide a caring environment that is safeguarded and committed to promoting learning, respect and independence, as well as dignity for all of our students.


We value our employees and recognise the need to recruit, retain and develop highly skilled and committed talent who share our vision and values!

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.

Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.

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

Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Company events


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted or free food


• Free parking


• Gym membership


• Health & wellbeing programme


• Life insurance


• On-site parking


• Referral programme


• Sick pay


• Store discount


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday


Application question(s):

• Please outline your experience teaching students with Autism.


• Please detail why do you feel that you would be suitable for the role of Lead Further education Autism Teacher at Seashell trust.