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Location: Highfield Ely Academy, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS £34,069 - £43529 plus SEN allowance £5,690 per annum
We are looking for a thoughtful and committed Class Teacher to join Highfield Ely Academy, a vibrant SEN school in Cambridgeshire where a nurturing, inclusive environment enables every learner to thrive, build independence and develop lifelong skills. This role centres on delivering well-planned, adaptive teaching that meets the diverse needs of pupils, supporting strong progress both academically and personally. Working closely with colleagues and support staff within the Active Learning Trust, the successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement, positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing, making a meaningful difference to each student's future.
We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers and are committed to providing the support, mentoring and development needed to help ECTs thrive with us.
Summary Of Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver well-structured lessons, adapting teaching to meet the needs of all pupils and promote strong progress
- Assess, monitor and report on pupil achievement, using assessment to inform teaching
- Promote a safe, positive learning environment through effective behaviour management and safeguarding practices
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to support pupil development and the wider life of the academy
- Contribute to school improvement, professional development and the effective deployment of resources
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What We're Looking For
We are seeking a teacher who embodies the following qualities:
- A skilled and thoughtful practitioner who can adapt learning to meet a wide range of needs and help every pupil succeed
- A collaborative team member who communicates clearly, shares ideas and values working closely with others
- A flexible educator who understands that meaningful learning happens both inside and beyond the classroom
- Experience of, or a strong interest in, supporting pupils with additional needs, including autism and sensory differences
- A reflective professional who is committed to ongoing development and improving practice
- The confidence and ambition to contribute to wider school improvement, including leading an aspect of curriculum or provision
Why Join Our Trust?
- Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play
- Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children
- Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and Teacher Pension
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Contact
If you would like further information please contact Pippa Edwards, School Business Manager, on 01353 662085, or email pedwards@highfield.cambs.sch.uk
The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months' probation period at the start of their employment (except for Early Career Teachers who are subject to a Statutory Induction Period). This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.
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