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Classroom Teacher and Vocational Lead - an additional TLR 2a (£3391)
Required: September 2025
Teachers' Main/Upper Pay Range
(fringe school, circa £1300 on pay scales), SEN1 allowance £2679
Join our vibrant school community, where our motto, "Unlocking Potential," drives everything we do. We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Vocational Curriculum Lead (TLR 2A) to champion hands-on, practical learning opportunities and help shape students' futures through meaningful vocational education.
What Makes You the Perfect Fit?
Innovative Educator: You are committed to developing an engaging and inclusive vocational curriculum that responds to the needs of students, particularly those with SEND. You're not afraid to think outside the box and introduce creative, skills-based learning opportunities.
Resilient and Adaptable: Like spandex, your flexibility and resilience allow you to bounce back and adjust to challenges. Whether it's planning a new work placement or enhancing our Forest Schools programme, your proactive mindset drives success.
Passion for Practical Learning: From horticulture to hospitality, mechanics to digital skills, you understand the value of hands-on learning. You are committed to equipping students with the skills they need for independent living, employability, and community engagement.
Visionary Leader: You see the potential in every student and work hard to create pathways that prepare them for their next steps. You develop partnerships with external providers, businesses, and community organisations to broaden learning experiences.
Impact and Opportunity
As our Vocational Curriculum Lead, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing a high-quality vocational curriculum that supports career readiness, independence, and real-world application. You will be instrumental in developing in-house vocational courses such as bike/car maintenance, animal care, and basic hospitality, as well as sourcing and managing external vocational programmes and work placements.
Additionally, you will oversee our Forest Schools programme, ensuring students benefit from outdoor learning that builds resilience, teamwork, and life skills.
We're Looking For:
Leaders and Innovators: Ready for a mentally, emotionally, and physically rewarding journey, making a lasting impact on students through vocational education.
Passionate Specialists: Whether in outdoor learning, sustainability, digital skills, or employability, you will have the opportunity to lead and shape curriculum development in vocational learning and Forest Schools.
Engaged Educators: Committed to developing strong relationships with parents, carers, local businesses, and community organisations to create meaningful vocational experiences.
Why Join Us?
We are dedicated to offering an aspirational curriculum that goes beyond traditional education, preparing our pupils for future success. As Vocational Curriculum Lead, your contribution will be invaluable in this mission.
Be Part of Our Mission:
If you're driven by the idea of unlocking potential and eager to contribute to a nurturing educational environment, we would love for you to apply. Become our next Vocational Curriculum Lead and help shape the future of our young learners through practical, hands-on education.
We look forward to welcoming you to our community and exploring the endless possibilities together. Join us in our journey of unlocking potential and inspiring futures.
Employee Benefits:
- Special Education Needs (SEN) Allowance
- We are a fringe school
- Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
- Employee benefits such as reduced gym membership, cycle to work scheme, flu vaccination, Benenden healthcare, social functions, and CPD
- Supportive leadership structure
- An expanding and improving school with new and exciting classrooms and facilities
As a school, we are committed to ensuring the welfare and safeguarding of all pupils. All staff will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
Information About the School:
Castledon School is a Special School for pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties and additional complex needs from Year 1 to Year 14.
Applications
To apply for the role please download the application form from the vacancy page on https://www.zenithmultiacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/, completed applications should be submitted to recruitment@zmat.co.uk. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.
You must complete the application form fully and give details of all employment, training and gaps in employment since leaving secondary school to the present day. Any additional information, which you wish to bring to the notice of the selection panel should be included in your letter of application (supporting statement). Please ensure you say why and how you meet the criteria from the person specification in your letter of application. Full job description and person specification can be found at the end of this pack.
Shortlisted applicants may be screened prior to interview by checking social media sites. The purpose of such screening will be to ascertain whether a candidate demonstrates appropriate conduct, behaviour and suitability for employment in a school environment.
Closing Date:25th March at midday
Interview: 25th April 2025
If you have any queries, wish to discuss the role informally or undertake a visit to the Trust, please do not hesitate to contact us via email recruitment@zmat.co.uk or telephone 01702 426707.
We look forward to receiving your application. You will be notified of your application status within two weeks of the vacancy closing date.
Safeguarding Children & Young People
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to the following satisfactory pre-employment checks:
· Health
· Identity
· Relevant work qualifications
· Right to work in the UK
· Barred List Check (previously List 99)
· Disclosure & Barring Service Check (for all staff and volunteers)
· References
· Childcare Disqualification Declaration Check (relevant Primary School posts only)
Information about the School
Castledon School is a Special School for pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties and additional complex needs from Year 1 - Year 14.