Post: SEMH Class Teacher   

Pay scale: MPS and UPS (depending on experience) and potential TLR for the right candidate  

Compass School is a specialist Alternative Provision for pupils (KS1 – KS4) who require additional support because of exclusion or other reasons and who would not otherwise access education in a mainstream school. We aim to encourage and foster a motivation for learning that will stay with pupils throughout their future.  

At the heart of our approach is a rooted commitment to recognising and addressing the diverse needs of our pupils, many of whom have faced unique challenges that have impacted their learning journey. 

In acknowledging the importance of forging strong connections between pupils, staff, and the broader school community, we embrace a Trauma informed approach with nurture at the heart of practice. We believe that positive relationships are fundamental to effective teaching and learning. By prioritising connection and understanding, we aim to create an atmosphere where pupils feel safe, valued, and supported on their educational path. 

At Compass School we aim to remove any barriers to learning and give all pupils a positive learning experience that equips them for a successful future. 

At our most recent Ofsted in 2024, we retained our “Good” grading.  

We are looking for a teacher who has a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at risk and vulnerable young people.  

Our provision is an exciting place to work with a great level of reward and job satisfaction. 

To support our journey of school improvement we are looking to appoint a Class Teacher who can teach a variety of subjects across Key Stages 1-4. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional with a drive and passion for education. 

We are proud of our pupils and their achievements and we are looking for a dynamic and versatile teacher who has the following skill set: 

• Has experience teaching in either a Primary or a Secondary setting 

• Has experience teaching a primary model through project-based learning and/or has experience teaching a variety of subjects  

• Is flexible, creative and easily able to adapt to the changing needs of our busy school environment 

• Has the ability to plan and deliver engaging and exciting lessons to meet the diverse needs of our pupils 

• Has a desire to continuously develop their pedagogy and practice in line with current research to ensure the best pupil learning experience for our children 

• Has excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills  

• Has a passion for building strong relationships with staff and pupils 

 

Compass School offer a range of benefits including: 

• Frequent Continuous Professional Learning and development 

• Free daily breakfast 

• Free tea/coffee and squash 

• Free onsite parking 

• Employee Assistance Scheme 

• Staff medical cabinet  

• Half termly cakes and cooked breakfast 

• Accrued inset days, taken as Twilight sessions giving staff an additional 2 days off a year 

 

Informal enquiries should be directed to Lacey Weeks, Deputy Headteacher, via email at lacey.weeks@compass-school.net or mobile on 07983641632. 

Please download the application form at the bottom and email it to maria.hughes@compass-school.net 

We reserve the right to interview candidates at a mutually convenient time as applications arrive. 

Please be aware that all applicants will be subject to an online search prior to interview. 

Closing date: Monday 12th May 2025 at 12pm. 

 

Management Committee Representatives

This is an incredibly exciting time to join the Compass School on its journey of development and improvement. We are a Pupil Referral Unit based in Southampton, and are relentless in the work we do with pupils who have experienced barriers to accessing their education.

We are seeking new members of the Management Committee to help us achieve the highest standards and educational opportunities possible for the children in our care.

We would be particularly interested in people who have a background in education, business, finance, Health and Safety or HR. However, we would welcome anyone with the enthusiasm and interest to effectively challenge and support our school.

Our Management Committee take an active role in making Compass School a better place for our pupils, however you do not need a detailed knowledge of how the education system works.  The range of duties are as follows:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and direction
• Holding the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of the staff
• Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent
• No one member of the Management Committee is expected to know it all. We attract and rely upon members from a wide variety of backgrounds, share duties amongst our members, and take decisions as a group.

Expectations

At Compass School, we link the Management Committee members to specific school improvement plan objectives as well as to specific subjects.  Some members have a special responsibility, for example, Development and Training, Safeguarding or Health and Safety. We suggest that it will require about 20 hours per term, for tasks including:

• prior reading of paperwork and the preparation of questions before meetings
• attendance at Management Committee meetings (max 6 per term)
• school monitoring visits
• reviewing policies and the school’s budget
• attendance at governor training

For an informal discussion please contact Maria Hughes on 02380 215320 or via email on maria.hughes@compass-school.net or to apply please fill in the Expression of Interest form on the website and email to maria.hughes@compass-school.net

 

Compass School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check.