Engaging Functional Skills Teacher for SEND & SEMH

Connex Education; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking a Functional Skills Teacher to work across specialist SEND schools in Weston-Super-Mare and surrounding areas.

The role focuses on making English and Maths practical for pupils with additional needs, developing literacy and numeracy for everyday life, further education and independence. You will adapt lessons to individual abilities and work with Teaching Assistants to support progress.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience teaching English, Maths or Functional Skills.
• SEND teaching experience is desirable.
• Ability to differentiate for a wide range of abilities.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A practical and engaging teaching style.
• Commitment to helping pupils achieve meaningful progress.
• Experience in specialist SEND schools, alternative provision, FE or vocational education would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Functional Skills lessons
• Adapt learning to individual abilities and starting points
• Make English and Maths relevant to everyday life
• Use practical activities and real-world examples
• Support pupils working towards Functional Skills qualifications where appropriate
• Build confidence and encourage participation
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching accordingly
• Work alongside Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
• Support pupils with preparation for adulthood and future pathways

Skills

QTS

English teaching

Maths teaching

Functional Skills

SEND experience

Differentiation

Classroom management

Communication skills

Practical teaching style

Job description

Connex Education Partnership is seeking a Functional Skills Teacher to work across specialist SEND schools in Weston-Super-Mare and surrounding areas.

The role focuses on making English and Maths practical for pupils with additional needs, developing literacy and numeracy for everyday life, further education and independence. You will adapt lessons to individual abilities and work with Teaching Assistants to support progress.