Primary/ Lower KS3 specialist teacher (Hospital School)

Post:                     Primary/ lower KS3 specialist teacher     

Salary:                 MPS 1-6 pro rata (dependent on experience)

Location:             Split across various sites: Ida Darwin, Fulbourn, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge and the Home Treatment Team

Start Date:         January/ April 2025

Hours:                  Full-time

Contract:             Fixed term

Reports to:         Headteacher

An exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to work in an unusual and rewarding setting. We wish to appoint an exceptional primary teacher to deliver lessons across the school.

About Pilgrim Pathways School
Pilgrim Pathways School is an outstanding alternative provision for 4–18-year-olds, operating across two hospital sites and outreach services:

• Addenbrooke’s Hospital Education Team – education for children and young people (4–18) with physical health conditions.
• Darwin Learning Centre – education for adolescents (13–17) in a Tier 4 psychiatric unit.
• The Beacon – education for young people (12–18) in a specialist eating disorders unit.
• Home Treatment Team – education for students at risk of hospitalisation for mental health, supporting them in the community.

We are currently expanding our provision, including developing education for the new Children’s Hospital and enhancing outreach services. This is an exciting time to join our dynamic and unique school.

We seek an individual who

·        Is ambitious for young people and committed to excellent teaching.

·        Can teach maths or English from EYFS- KS3 and support non-specialist colleagues to deliver the primary curriculum.

·        Is passionate about inclusion and supporting students with SEND to achieve ambitious goals.

·        Understands the holistic nature of education and nurtures individual talents.

·        Is committed to professional development and educational innovation.

·        Has a track record of outstanding practice and research informed teaching.

·        Understands mental health and special educational needs.

·        Has excellent communication skills and can inspire and engage learners.

• Understands the holistic nature of education and values each learner’s potential.

We offer:

• A unique educational setting with small groups and high-impact teaching.
• A supportive multi-disciplinary team of teachers, therapists, and medical staff.
• Strong commitment to CPD and opportunities for career progression.
• Collaborative planning and shared resources.
• A friendly, dedicated staff team and supportive management committee.
• Generous non-contact time and good work-life balance.
• Benefits: Blue Light Card, cycle-to-work scheme, free parking, and local amenities.

The successful candidate will be joining our team of passionate, skilled and friendly practitioners who are committed to providing high quality learning opportunities to young people during their time at the Pilgrim Pathways School.

You will need to have an unconditional and positive regard for the well-being of the young people, have a friendly and patient approach and promote the inclusion of all pupils ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop. Should you have any questions or wish to discuss the role further, applicants can visit the school website www.pilgrim.cambs.sch.uk and are welcome to contact our Head Teacher, Nadine Gooding-Hébert via email: head@pilgrim.cambs.sch.uk ccing office@pilgrim.cambs.sch.uk

Pilgrim Pathways School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all successful candidates will be expected to have a DBS and other relevant employment checks prior to starting. CVs not accepted.

 To apply for the role, please use the form attached. CVs will not be accepted. 

Closing Date: Monday 1^st December

Interviews: w/c 1^st December