Job Title: Teacher (SEN Focus)
Salary Range: MPR
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 14th July 2025
Shortlisting Date: Monday 14th July 2025
Interview Date: Friday 18th July 2025 (Full day including tasks)
About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and resilient Teacher to join our dedicated team supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those with SEMH and moderate learning difficulties. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, personalised education to pupils working significantly below age-related expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver a broad, balanced, and differentiated curriculum tailored to individual EHCPs.
* Teach pupils 1:1 or in small groups, both onsite and offsite when necessary.
* Lead and manage annual reviews, IEPs, and EHCP processes.
* Collaborate with parents, carers, external agencies, and staff to support pupils' development.
* Maintain accurate assessment data and contribute to the school’s safeguarding culture.
* Uphold high standards of teaching, behaviour, and wellbeing across the school community.
Essential Experience & Knowledge:
* Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree.
* Proven experience teaching primary-aged children with additional needs in mainstream or special settings.
* Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, child development, and adaptive curriculum planning.
* Experience managing challenging behaviour through relational and trauma-informed approaches.
* Confident in leading meetings, writing reports, and maintaining professional standards.
Desirable:
* SEND-specific training or qualifications (e.g., SENCO, mental health).
* Experience in leadership roles or conducting TA appraisals.
Personal Qualities:
* Commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all pupils.
* Resilience, flexibility, and a strong team ethos.
* Willingness to undertake physical intervention training if required.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive, empathetic approach.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people through exceptional teaching, care, and creativity.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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