Hatchside School’s ethos is based on the principles of best Early Years’ practice and our aspiration is for Hatchside School to become a role model to other schools and settings for children with SEND, becoming known as a beacon of good practice.

Hatchside School is looking to appoint adaptable, motivated and enthusiastic Early Years Tutors to teach an Early Years Foundation Stage/lower Key Stage 1 class of pupils. We welcome applications from those with some experience in this area of work or those wishing to develop a career in a special school environment. Staff should be able to demonstrate currency of knowledge in terms of early years practice and SEND (or the willingness to engage in updating this when in post).

We welcome applications from those with some experience in this area of work or those wishing to develop a career in a special school environment. Staff should be able to demonstrate currency of knowledge in terms of early years practice and SEND (or the willingness to engage in updating this when in post).

 We are looking to appoint highly motivated and enthusiastic Early Years practitioners who:

• Holds or is working towards a full and relevant Level 5 qualification or degree
• Can demonstrate a current knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Framework, early years practice and its implications for pupils with disabilities and learning difficulties (or a willingness to engage in updating this when in post)
• Has a good understanding of how children learn and develop
• Is self-motivated, resilient and flexible
• Can build effective, positive relationships and work collaboratively with all stakeholders including parents/carers, therapy teams and other specialist services to support the development of the pupils and ensure the best outcomes possible
• Enjoys a challenge and wants to be part of team of an exciting journey in setting up a new school

We are dedicated to providing a range of induction and continuing professional development opportunities to the successful candidate and look forward to hearing from applicants with suitable skills and experience.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Julian Matthews, Head of School on 020 590 7272. For more information about Hatchside School, please visit www.astrum-mat.org and follow the link to the Hatchside School website https://www.hatchside-school.org/.