ASC Specialist Teacher for SEND (Secondary)

Westfield Arts College; Upwey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Arts College is seeking an enthusiastic class teacher to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in a secondary ASC specialist class. The role requires proven experience with ASC, ADHD, sensory and speech, language and communication needs, and a passion for helping young people develop confidence and independence.

The successful candidate will plan and deliver a broad curriculum, collaborate with families and therapists, and contribute to Westfield’s Broadening

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS, ideally primary trained.
• Experience delivering a broad curriculum including English and maths to SEND pupils.
• Ability to differentiate and adapt to diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan effectively for teaching core subjects within a broad curriculum, ensuring progression and high-quality outcomes for SEND pupils.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment that promotes a total communication approach, regulation and engagement.
• Use Therapeutic Thinking approaches to understand and support behaviour, fostering resilience and personal development.
• Work closely with families, teaching staff, teaching assistants, therapists and external agencies to ensure holistic support for each young person.

Skills

ASC specialist

SEND experience

QTS

English & Maths

Strong communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Westfield Arts College is seeking an enthusiastic class teacher to support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in a secondary ASC specialist class. The role requires proven experience with ASC, ADHD, sensory and speech, language and communication needs, and a passion for helping young people develop confidence and independence.

The successful candidate will plan and deliver a broad curriculum, collaborate with families and therapists, and contribute to Westfield’s Broadening