The Horsham Special School provides educational programs for students aged 5-18 years with mild, moderate and severe diagnoses associated with cognitive, physical, social, emotional, behavioural, sensory and multiple disabilities.
Our school environment focuses on key values of Be Safe, Be Kind and Be Your Best. Dedicated staff provide highly individualised educational programs for each student. This includes programming provided by specialist and therapy staff in areas such as art, physical education, music and welfare.
Curriculum Focus Areas
* Functional Academics – Literacy and Numeracy
* Personal & Social Development
* Communication
Each student has an Individual Education Plan (IEP) developed for them, containing goals from each of these focus areas which make up their program.
Applicants will be required to have strong knowledge of teaching methodologies and practices tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with varying levels of ability and disability. A commitment to ongoing professional development and a collaborative team environment is also essential.
The successful candidate will contribute to the design and implementation of high-quality educational programs that cater to the unique needs of our students. They will work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Benefits of working at the Horsham Special School include:
* A supportive and collaborative team environment
* Ongoing professional development opportunities
* The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students with special needs
This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires a passion for special education and a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for students.