ALN Inclusion Teacher (Secondary)

Salary: Soulbury 8-11 plus 3 SPA points

Only internal employees of Conwy County Borough Council can apply for this vacancy.

Work base: Coed Pella and across Conwy schools

ALN Services in Conwy are going through a number of changes and developments, and we are keen to strengthen the team with an enthusiastic, passionate and innovative Secondary ALN/Inclusion Teacher to support the developments and vision of the Authority.

We are committed to inclusive philosophy and practise across a range of mainstream and specialist settings. We work closely with a number of agencies and services and the team has a strategic position in working with and developing ALN services and provision in Conwy.

You will be joining a well-established and supportive team who are committed to inclusive education and the support of pupils with ALN.

We are committed to developing the specialist skills and knowledge of our ALN/Inclusion Teachers and are keen for the Service to continue to lead on inclusive practise and the monitoring and evaluation of pupils with additional learning needs.

The team are part of a multi-disciplinary approach in supporting schools to implement the changes inherent in the new ALN and Education Tribunal Act. The post holder will assist with the duties of the team across Secondary schools, Independent school settings and Post 16, and in accordance with the new legislation and the authority's vision for inclusion. They will also assist with duties in respect of learners who are electively home educated.

If you are a teacher with experience of supporting children and young people with ALN, (particularly those of secondary school age) and with an interest in developing Services and support in this area, please contact Catherine Webster (01492 575082) for an informal discussion.

Due to the nature of the post the successful candidates will be subject
to a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.

Manager details for informal discussion: Catherine Webster, ALN Service Manager (catherine.webster@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 575082)

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.

We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage.

Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.