Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
• Plan and deliver personalised programmes of learning • Develop Schemes of Work, lesson plans and assessment strategies • Deliver engaging and differentiated sessions that meet a wide range of learning needs • Integrate Functional Skills within curriculum delivery • Support learners to develop independence and life skills • Establish clear learning goals aligned to EHCP outcomes • Use adaptive teaching approaches suitable for SEND learners
Progress & Achievement
• Monitor learner progress using appropriate assessment tools • Support achievement of Pearson Personal Growth and Work Skills qualifications • Maintain ambitious expectations for attendance, engagement and achievement • Contribute to Annual Reviews and progress reporting • Ensure learning leads to meaningful next steps or destinations
Classroom Leadership
• Lead and direct classroom support staff • Create structured, safe and purposeful learning environments • Use positive behaviour approaches to support engagement • Implement targeted interventions where required • Promote student voice and confidence
Quality & Compliance
• Use Databridge Management Information System to record student progress and outcome data • Maintain accurate student records • Adhere to internal verification and awarding body standards • Contribute to Quality Improvement process • Support preparation for and participate within Ofsted inspection
Safeguarding & Inclusion
• Safeguard and promote learner welfare • Work within KCSIE and SEND Code of Practice • Promote equality, dignity and inclusion • Work collaboratively with families and professionals
Wider Contribution
• Participate in college development activities • Support cross-site collaboration • Engage in CPD • Contribute to a positive staff culture
Person Specification
Essential
• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification • Experience teaching learners with SEND • Understanding of SEND code of practice • Knowledge of Ofsted EIF and Report Card • Ability to lead small classroom teams • Strong organisational skills • Commitment to inclusive practice
Desirable
• QTS / QTLS • Post-16 SEND experience • Experience with Pearson • Knowledge of vocational pathways
Benefits
At Expanse Learning, we recognise that great teaching happens when staff feel valued, supported and inspired.
We are proud to offer a working environment that prioritises both professional growth and personal wellbeing.
• A values-driven culture where individuality is respected and contribution is recognised • A genuinely collaborative working environment across sites where innovation is encouraged • Opportunities to shape provision and influence how we support young people • Cross-organisational networking and shared practice opportunities • Dedicated staff voice and engagement groups helping shape the future of the organisation
Professional Development
• Regular CPD tailored to your development needs • Access to funded training and educational sponsorship (subject to application) • Clear opportunities for progression across departments and sites • Support to develop specialist SEND practice • Opportunities to contribute to wider curriculum and organisational development
Financial
• Competitive salary with bi-annual pay progression linked to performance • Access to salary sacrifice pension scheme • Enhanced sick pay linked to length of service
Wellbeing
• 47 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) • Christmas and New Year shutdown period • Dedicated wellbeing day each year • Access to Mental Health First Aiders • 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme • Access to private medical insurance • Personal resilience and wellbeing support programmes • Organisation-wide wellbeing initiatives and campaigns
Working Environment
• Modern, well-equipped facilities • Free on-site parking • Positive and supportive staff culture • Opportunities to build relationships across the wider organisation
Safeguarding
Expanse Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.
Safer Recruitment:
- All successful candidates are subject to the following security checks. Please refer to our Safer Recruiting Policy for further information:
- Verification of the applicant's identity (where that has not previously been verified)
- The receipt of two references (one of which must be from the applicant's most recent employer) which Expanse considers being satisfactory
- Where the position amounts to "regulated activity the receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the DBS which Expanse considers to be satisfactory
- Where the position amounts to "regulated activity" confirmation that the applicant is not named on the Children's Barred List/Vulnerable Adult Barred List.
- Verification of the applicant's medical fitness for the role
- Verification of the applicant's right to work in the UK
- Prohibition from teaching checks
- Satisfactory social media and Internet Searches
