Do you want to be part of a team that makes a difference to lives of children?  

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading independent, Social Enterprise that works with ‘Looked after Children’ who are in need of specialist care services throughout England and Ireland. Formed in 1989, we provide therapeutically informed practice, a place where Children and Young People can recover from experiences of abuse, neglect, family breakdown and trauma.

Our small independent ESBD school in Orpington, Kent is looking for a Teacher in Charge

Working with pupils, parents, carers and staff you will create the best possible educational outcomes for both day and residential pupils. This post will provide an opportunity to lead, challenge and innovate whilst the school continues its journey to success and stability.

Key responsibilities include:

To lead and manage a small education unit for children and young people with ESBD
To develop appropriate Schemes of work and adapt school policies to fit the unit
To work as part of an integrated team with Residential and Fostering colleagues
To support transition to other Schools as part of a planned approach

Essential knowledge and experience:

Experience of OFSTED inspection is essential
Knowledge of OFSTED regulations
Understanding of therapeutic approaches to the care of children

Our benefits include:

Pension Scheme, Health Scheme (free to staff), Company Sick Pay, Employee Assistance Programme, Childcare Vouchers, Fully Funded QCF Level 3 Training Programme.

To apply, please visit: http://www.fiveriversjobs.org/vacancies/419/teacher_in_charge/

An equal Opportunities employer

Five Rivers Child Care is also looking for people to ‘Foster for Us’ please contact our Carer Enquiry Service via fostering@fiverivers.org or call us on 01858 412765 if this is something of interest.