Teacher (SEN)

Job Title: Teacher

Salary: Competitive Contract

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reports to: Headteacher

Role Purpose: As a SEN School Teacher, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality education and support to students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic, social, and emotional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Planning and Delivery

**Develop and implement engaging and differentiated lesson plans that meet the diverse academicand emotional needs of students with SEN.**Adapt teaching strategies, materials, and resources to accommodate individual learning styles andabilities.Integrate social and emotional learning (SEL) into the curriculum to support students' emotionalregulation, resilience, and interpersonal skills.

Individualised Support and Intravention

• Establish clear expectations for behaviour and create a structured and supportive classroom

environment.

• Implement positive behaviour management strategies, such as de-escalation techniques,

restorative practices, and reinforcement systems.

• Respond effectively to challenging behaviours, using a trauma-informed and compassionate approach.

Classroom Management and Behaviour Support

• Conduct assessments to identify students' strengths, challenges, and social-emotional needs.
• Collaborate with the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and other professionals todevelop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or behaviour support plans for students.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, including social skills training, counselling, and behavioural interventions.

Collaboration and Communication

**Monitor students' academic progress, social-emotional development, and behaviour usinga variety of assessment tools and observations.**Document and maintain accurate records of students' achievements, interventions, andprogress towards goals.**Regularly review and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies, interventions,and support services.**Prepare students for national qualifications.

Bachelor’s degree in education, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field (Master'sdegree preferred)Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching certificationExperience working with students with SEN in a school or similar settingKnowledge of trauma-informed practices, therapeutic approaches, and behaviourmanagement techniquesStrong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skillsResilience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting the holistic developmentof students with SEN.

Assessments and Evaluation

• Work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to coordinate support and share information about students' progress and needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues, including teaching assistants, therapists, and support staff, to

provide a holistic approach to student support and development.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in supporting students with SEN.

Duties

• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that align with the curriculum and cater to diverse learning styles.
• Teach English language skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as literature analysis.
• Assess and evaluate student performance through various methods such as tests, assignments, and class participation.
• Provide constructive feedback to students to enhance their learning experience.
• Create a supportive classroom atmosphere that encourages student engagement and participation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching certification
• Experience working with students with SEN in a school or similar setting
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices, therapeutic approaches, and behaviour management techniques
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Resilience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting the holistic development of students with SEN.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and safer recruitment procedures.

Pay: From £34,069.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person