Secondary Teacher of PE and Second Subject

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Heathlands School, St Albans

Required for September 2025

Secondary Teacher of PE + Second Subject to Deaf Children

Due to the expansion of our School, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the staff of this vibrant, high achieving local authority special school for deaf children aged 3-18. In February 2023 Heathlands was graded as outstanding in all categories by Ofsted. 

Salary Range: MPS, fringe allowance and SEN points dependant on qualifications. 

Hours : This is a full time position, although part time would be considered.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and committed teacher to join a well-established and expanding team. The successful candidate will be able to teach PE at KS3/4 and offer a second subject.  Expertise in pastoral care would be especially welcome as the successful candidate will also have tutoring or class teacher responsibility for a small group of students.

Qualified Teachers of the Deaf or those with such aspirations are invited to apply. Knowledge of British Sign Language or a commitment to work towards minimum BSL3 is essential.  Benefits include, laptops for all teachers, extensive staff development programmes including the opportunity for in house sign language training and qualification as a teacher of deaf children.  Onsite accommodation is also potentially available if relocating.

We are looking for a teacher who has
 

  • teaching experience
  • experience and/or qualification to teach deaf children
  • experience or subject specialism in PE
  • knowledge of British Sign Language or a commitment to work towards minimum BSL3
  • experience of teaching the national curriculum at KS3/KS4

Heathlands is committed to safeguarding pupils and this post will require an enhanced DBS check.

Your application form and person specification form should be returned to:

The Co-Headteachers, Heathlands School, Heathlands Drive, St Albans AL3 5AY. 

Email: head@heathlands.herts.sch.uk 

For an informal discussion please telephone the school office on 01727 807807 to speak to a Co-Headteacher or contact the school by email to arrange a facetime discussion.

Closing date: 28 April 2025 at 12 noon

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Contact details

Mrs Reeves Costi and Mrs Shields , Co-Head Teachers
Heathlands Drive St Albans
Hertfordshire AL3 5AY

Telephone: 01727 807807
Fax: NA
Email: head@heathlands.herts.sch.uk
Website: www.heathlands.herts.sch.uk
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