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Classroom Teacher and Lifeskills 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 Lifeskills 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?
Are you passionate about preparing young people for real life? We're seeking a creativeLife Skills Leadto design and deliver a practical, hands-on curriculum that equips students with essential skills for independent living, employability, and well-being.No death by worksheet - this is about preparing young people for adulthood and independence!
You'll:
· Lead Life Skills across KS1-5, focusing on practical learning like cooking, budgeting, independent livingand work readiness.
· Develop the curriculum for ourLife Skills Bungalow, ensuring it provides practical, real-life learning experiences.
· Organise exciting trips to bring learning to life and ensureresidentials have clear life skills links.
· Collaborate with teams to deliver an inclusive, meaningful, and impactful curriculum.
· Build partnerships with families, businesses, and the community to enhance student experiences
If you're innovative, passionate, and ready to inspire through hands-on learning, we want to hear from you
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 Lifeskills learning.
Engaged Educators: Committed to developing strong relationships with parents, carers, local businesses, and community organisations to create meaningful Lifeskills experiences.
Why Join Us?
We are dedicated to offering an aspirational curriculum that goes beyond traditional education, preparing our pupils for future success. As Lifeskills 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 Lifeskills 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.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the School for a discussion on the work we do.
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: Tuesday 25th March at midday
Interview: Thursday 3rd 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.