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Do you have experience teaching children with Special Educational Needs? Would you be interested in working as part of a collaborative team, committed to providing the best access to education for our young people?
Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career!
Esland are driven to changing children’s’ lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.
Due to expansion of our services, we are currently seeking a passionate, dedicated SEN Teacher to deliver online lessons to pupils living within our children's residential homes. The role will be based at our Head Office in Belper (Derbyshire).
Our friendly and successful provision supports a number of vulnerable young people aged 7 to 18 years, with special education needs.
This could be an excellent opportunity for an experienced, qualified teacher who is looking for a new opportunity!
About the role:
We are looking for outstanding, committed and motivated individuals to contribute to the development of teaching and learning and curriculum.
Pupils seeking online support may be unable to access on engage in a mainstream/onsite provision.
We aim to provide a range of education routes and qualifications, including Entry Level Certificates, Functional Skills, vocational studies, GCSE and A Levels.
A flexible approach with a can-do ethos is essential, as is drive, enthusiasm and sense of humour.
The successful candidate will:
* Be adaptable, innovative and child focused
* Be able to engage with their pupils and devise the best routes for them
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
* Have experience in supporting young people who have special educational needs - essential
* Have proven experience in working with young people that challenge - essential
* Have experience in delivering online/virtual lessons - desirable
What we can offer a SEN Teacher:
* A competitive salary of up to £34,666 to £39,851 (depending on experience and qualifications)
* Enrolment into the Esland education pension scheme, which is double matched up to 20%, meaning at total pension contribution of up to 30%
* Company sick pay
* Access to a company holiday home based in the Peak District, where you can stay for free!
* Life insurance to the value of 4 times your basic salary
* Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role
* Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 100 colleagues last year
* Cycle to work scheme
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including our Online GP 24/7, 365 days a year
* Access to our Green Hybrid and EV car scheme
* A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme
* Monthly recognition awards
* Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together
* The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!
Requirements for a SEN Teacher:
* The ability to deliver lessons in core subjects (such as math and English)
* Sound curriculum knowledge
* A committed, conscientious and passionate approach
* Dedication to support inclusion
* The ability to plan, evaluate and monitor learning and progress
* The ability to differentiate all aspects of learning to promote inclusion and attainment
* The ability to build good relationships with young people and staff members
* Strong organisation skills with the ability to prioritise and use time effectively
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* A positive attitude to hard work and challenging situations
Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices.
All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference
We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time!
With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential children’s and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England.
This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme.
With over 800 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.