Job Introduction
Velmead Junior School
Permanent SEN Resourced Provision Teacher in charge
MPR - UPR depending on experience plus SEN allowance
Start date: September 2025 (Potentially for the second half of the Summer term)
Closing date: noon Tuesday, 25th March 2025
Interview date: Wednesday, 2nd April 2025
We are delighted to be establishing a new Resourced Provision from September 2025. We are looking to expand our experienced existing team by appointing a teacher in charge dedicated to the Resourced Provision. This will be an exciting new role in our school.
The Resourced Provision will cater for up to 12 children (with phased growth from 6 to 9 to 12) with a diagnosis of ASD, who will be supported to spend 50%+ of their time within our mainstream classes. The Resourced Provision will operate from a self-contained space within
The Resourced Provision will cater for up to 12 children (with phased growth from 6 to 9 to 12) with a diagnosis of ASD, who will be supported to spend 50%+ of their time within our mainstream classes. The Resourced Provision will operate from a self-contained space within the school grounds and will offer a classroom base , therapeutic intervention area and dedicated outdoor space. The teacher in charge will work in partnership with our SENCO and be supported by teaching assistants who care deeply about the children they serve.
The successful candidate will ideally be someone with significant experience in working with children with ASD however, we would also welcome applications from less experienced teachers with an eagerness to learn and a strong desire to work with children with additional needs. Whatever your experience, we will be looking for enthusiasm and dedication to learn. The successful candidate will lead the work of our fantastic children and support staff in the Resourced Provision, with the guidance of our highly experienced and passionate SENCO.
This role is crucial in supporting our aspirational and ‘good’ school to continue to improve, as we strive to provide the very best provision for our diverse community of children and families. The capacity to build great relationships, a belief in every child’s potential and a strong commitment to providing great teaching and learning opportunities across the primary curriculum are a must.
We can offer you:
- An opportunity to influence the successful introduction of this new resource here at Velmead - including the acquisition of resources and operating procedures
- A very talented, enthusiastic and supportive staff team
- A curriculum that is tailored to the needs of our children and well supported by high quality resources
- A commitment to professional development, and a belief in driving improvement
- An excellent school community and incredible school grounds
Application Procedure:
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. A Job Description, Person Specification and Application form can be accessed on the ‘Recruitment’ area of our school website at: www.velmed.hants.sch.uk. Alternatively, you can contact the school office by email at adminoffice@velmead.hants.sch.uk to request an application pack.
To arrange a visit please contact Alison Brimicombe, by email at adminoffice@velmead.hants.sch.uk or by calling on 01252 628704.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
