We are looking for someone to develop and lead our Key Stage 3 Connect Curriculum and contribute towards the operational and strategic development of the Inclusion team. The Connect Curriculum  is a purpose-designed curriculum for selected students in Key Stage 3, which will support them in in gaining all the knowledge and skills that they need to help them manage the demands of life in wider society and prepare them for adulthood. Students will connect with their own identity, the school community, the Maidenhead community and the wider world community in order to form meaningful connections between people, places, academic knowledge and wider skills. Students will have the opportunity to ACHIEVE every lesson and will  work towards a Key Steps (ASDAN)  Certificate in each year of study and self-selected AQA single awards. The successful candidate for this role will also support with administrative processes, 1:1 or small group work within Shine, the KS3 Raising Achievement Intervention and the literacy and EAL interventions, staff training and student support in classes as required. 

Furze Platt is a highly successful mixed comprehensive school serving the children of Maidenhead.   At Furze Platt, 1500 students of all abilities develop the skills and qualities to enable them to excel in the future.  We are a highly ambitious, high-achieving and fully inclusive school in which our students are challenged and supported to achieve excellence. 

We offer a friendly and harmonious campus, and we support the physical and mental wellbeing of all our staff.  Discounted membership is available for the use of a fully equipped and well-maintained gym on-site. All staff have access to an employee advice programme which offers information, resources, and a counselling service.  We reward long service and encourage community spirit through various social events including a Christmas party, sports after school and various House competitions.   Parking is free, as are tea, coffee, and edible treats to help you through the week! 

Our Senior Leadership team recognises the value of our support staff attending whole school training, job specific training and opportunities to learn about students they may be supporting, hence our commitment to their attendance on our September INSET day and one other INSET day during the academic year.  A free lunch is also provided giving staff the chance to welcome new members of staff and share news and ideas.