SEN Teacher
Employer: Amegreen Education Ltd
Contract: Permanent, term-time only
Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm, Friday afternoons are CPD time with no students on site, plus 10 INSET days across the year
We are looking for a passionate SEN Teacher to join Haywards Farm School, our Ofsted rated Outstanding independent special school in Theale, Berkshire. At Haywards Farm, we are very proud of what we provide to our pupils, families and the wider community. Our highly skilled and dedicated team of teachers, teaching assistants and therapists work holistically to get to know every learner and build their education around each unique, individual child.
You will be teaching primary-aged children (5–11 years) with social, emotional and mental health needs in small class groups. Our pupils learn with values of safety, belonging and aspiration, supported by a trauma-informed approach and access to therapeutic interventions. If you share these values and are committed to making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable young learners, we would love to hear from you.
You will:
* Deliver high-quality, engaging teaching adapted thoughtfully to meet individual SEND needs in a small class setting
* Use trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to create a safe, nurturing learning environment
* Work closely with our therapy team including speech and language therapists and mental health practitioners
* Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and their families, promoting personal development and wellbeing
* Maintain accurate pupil records and fulfil all professional responsibilities with care and integrity
What You Will Bring
Essential
* A degree or equivalent qualification in a specialist subject
* Clear understanding of the national curriculum and how to adapt it for pupils with SEND
* Robust knowledge of behaviour management techniques, theories and their practical application with children with complex needs
* Sound knowledge of planning and assessment techniques, including personalised learning approaches
* Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and equal opportunities requirements
* Relevant classroom teaching experience, particularly with young people with wide-ranging and complex needs
* Strong teamworking skills and the ability to work collaboratively to deliver a holistic educational package
* Resilience and the ability to cope with competing emotional demands
* Excellent time management skills with an adaptable, creative and flexible approach
* Commitment to self-development and continuous professional learning
Desirable
* Specialist SEND qualifications or training in SEMH, trauma or attachment
* Experience working in an independent or specialist school setting
* Knowledge of therapeutic frameworks such as Thrive
Working pattern and benefits
* Therapeutic reflection and twice-daily briefings to support strong practice and consistency
* Regular offsite outdoor learning and enrichment sessions
* Hot lunch cooked on site every day
* Opportunities to collaborate across West Berkshire and with our partnership school, sharing expertise and best practice
* Life insurance (death in service) – 4x basic annual salary
* Health cash plan (Health Shield) – after probation, eligibility applies
* Training and development – induction and mandatory training, plus CPD, therapeutic support and further qualifications
* Discounts – Blue Light Card and local partner discounts and discounted driving lessons with a local instructor, as well as free holiday accommodation - company holiday home on the south coast, electric car scheme and Cycle to Work – salary sacrifice options
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential 24/7 support helpline
* Company pension with an award-winning provider and enhanced employer contributions
* Company sick pay scheme – after 6 months’ service
* Referral bonus scheme – financial incentives for successful referrals (criteria apply)
Equality and Diversity
Amegreen is committed to being an organisation where people can be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment. We are actively building diverse teams and welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us.
Safeguarding
Amegreen Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to go through a thorough safeguarding onboarding process which includes a full employment history review and an enhanced DBS check. Adherence to Safeguarding and GDP