SEN Teacher

Reed; Bromley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A nurturing school in Swanley is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher to support students aged 11-15 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves creating individualized education plans and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have QTS and experience in SEMH education, contributing to the well-being and academic progress of students while collaborating with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEMH needs.
• Strong understanding of SEMH strategies and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to SEMH students.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Monitor and assess student progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Description

SEMH Teacher- Functional Skills

Location:Swanley

Salary:MPS4/ MSP5

Contract Type:Part-Time (3 days a week: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday)

Start Date:Immediate- permanent

About Us:We are a small day school, providing a nurturing environment for 6 students aged 11-15 years. Situated on the same grounds as our Care Home, we work in close collaboration with the care home staff to provide wrap-around support. The school offers a broad and balanced adapted curriculum with an emphasis on vocational, kinaesthetic teaching and social and emotional learning. Student timetables are personalized to support individual needs, interests, and deliver age-appropriate learning. Helping to enable the school’s priorities, each student's individual learning needs are overseen by the school's SENCo. Across the three days you will teach 6 lessons in total, the rest of your time will be spent in meetings and planning lessons.

Our school prioritises:

• Providing students with a structured, consistent routine with well-defined boundaries.
• Setting high expectations, aspirations, and a ‘can do’ culture.
• Fostering positive relationships with teachers and teaching assistants.
• Development in all aspects including academic, social, emotional, independence, and life skills to be the best they can be.
• Supporting students to feel confident, happy, and secure in themselves, their relationships, and their learning.
• Providing a safe, secure environment in which students feel heard and valued.
• Encouraging the ‘fun’ dimensions of learning via the 'Every Child Matters' ethos - to 'Enjoy & Achieve'.
• Maintaining open communication and strong links between school staff, key workers, social workers, and parents/carers.

Job Description:We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong commitment to supporting students with SEMH needs. You will be responsible for creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, developing individualized education plans, and working closely with other staff members to ensure the well-being and academic progress of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to the needs of students with SEMH.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support student development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in SEMH education.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience working with students with SEMH needs.
• Strong understanding of SEMH strategies and interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.