Who We Are
Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, but all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Many also have additional Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism, ADHD and communication difficulties.
The work we do is varied and challenging and, as a trauma and attachment informed organisation, all staff receive extensive therapeutic training and support.
Our child-centred approach places young people at the heart of decision-making, bringing together education and therapy professionals, parents and carers, local authority teams and students to achieve outstanding outcomes.
The Role
We are teachers of children before teachers of subjects. Central to this role is building positive relationships, understanding individual needs and motivating students to achieve their full potential.
We are seeking a teacher with the ability or willingness to teach English and/or Maths to GCSE level. Whatever pathway is most appropriate, we maintain high aspirations for every child and recognise the importance of qualifications in creating future opportunities.
Compass Community School teachers inspire curiosity, make learning meaningful and create engaging lessons that challenge and support students at every stage of their learning journey.
Our children require exceptional teachers who can confidently manage complex and challenging behaviours while providing consistency, flexibility, effective communication and a non-judgemental approach.
We want our teachers to play an active role in shaping the school, improving outcomes and advocating for every child. We welcome the interests, talents and experiences that enrich both the curriculum and extracurricular opportunities.
Benefits and Rewards
- Staff laptop and mobile phone
- Competitive salary
- Extensive training and professional qualification opportunities
- Small class sizes with specialist TA support
- Opportunity to join a growing national organisation that develops future leaders
- Enhanced occupational sickness scheme
- Flexible pension scheme
- Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision
- Employee benefits package including wellbeing services, salary sacrifice schemes, retail discounts and savings on eating out and takeaways
We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close vacancies early should suitable candidates be identified.
Safeguarding
Compass Community Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check, or Enhanced DBS with Barred List check where appropriate, and complete all relevant safer recruitment and due diligence procedures, including social media screening.
All school-based staff are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and must work in accordance with the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy at all times.
Compass is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and recognise that diversity strengthens our ability to support children and young people.