Teacher

The Opportunity

• Do you get frustrated at not being able to offer what the young people (YP) you teach really need?
• Do you want a job where the young person is at the centre of everything you do?
• Do you want a role where no two days are the same and you need to think on your feet?
• Do you want to be challenged to problem solve and get to the heart of our YP’s individual needs?
• Do you want the flexibility to be creative and think outside of the box?

If you answered yes, then please read on and find out more about us.

Connex (formally Links) sits within the Brunel Autism Support and Inclusion Services (BASIS) and is a specialist setting, offering personalised and bespoke curriculums to our YP – including horse riding, cooking, farm trips to name a few.Due to expansion, we are looking to employ an additional teacher to support our Bespoke SEND Learners. This will include specialist teaching of YP ages 11-17 years SEND/ASC/SCID in small groups or as individuals. 

We would like to hear from you if:

• You are a class teacher (at any stage in your career) or SENDCo passionate about improving the outcomes for YP
• You have a background in either Primary or Secondary education
• You are enthusiastic about working with small groups or individuals with complex needs
• You wish to have an impact delivering a bespoke curriculum
• You want to make a difference in the lives of our YP
• You enjoy working with a YP focused team

What it’s like to work at Connex:

‘Every day is different!’

‘There’s always an opportunity to think outside the box and be creative.’

‘There’s such a sense of accomplishment watching the young people flourish.’

As this is such a unique setting, we would really recommend you visit us to see all the wonderful work going on to support our learners here. Please write to resourcing@brunel.org.uk to be put in touch with a member of the team to schedule a time in.

Interview: 5 August 2024

Note: The vacancy may be closed early if the right person is found.

Hours: 32.5 pw Part-time hours would be considered

Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported in this exciting, rewarding and important role that you undertake therefore, relative training will be provided to the appointed applicant upon starting.

Benefits

Brunel Academies Trust is a rapidly developing Multi Academy Trust. We value our colleagues and the effort they put into our children and young people day in and out. Whether through continuous professional development (CPD) to feed your ambitions, personal and impartial support through challenging days or exciting and easy to use discounts to enjoy with friends and family, we have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all staff including:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities

Most importantly, we can promise that you will achieve a high level of job satisfaction through the professional family community our colleagues represent; and the positive impact your role will have on supporting and developing our children and young people’s futures. Your role matters.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.