Post 16 SEN Teacher - Full time

Shorefields; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Colchester seeks a dedicated teacher to join their Post-16 team. The role involves supporting learners with special educational needs through engaging curriculum delivery, including life skills and work experience opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess a passion for education, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to student success. This full-time, permanent position offers a collaborative environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in SEN teaching.
• Commitment to helping students achieve personal best.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging curriculum for learners with special educational needs.
• Support students in developing personal and social skills.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Education

Teaching Qualification

Tools

ASDAN

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Job description

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025

Contract Type: Full-time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 21/05/2025 Midnight

Date of Interviews: 23/05/2025

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our dynamic Post-16 team, supporting learners with a range of special educational needs as they prepare for adulthood. You will play a key role in delivering a rich and engaging curriculum that includes:

1. ASDAN programmes to develop personal and social skills
2. Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE) to build confidence and resilience
3. Life skills to promote independence and everyday competence
4. Work experience opportunities to prepare students for employment or further training

What We're Looking For:

• A passionate educator with experience or strong interest in SEN teaching
• A creative and flexible approach to curriculum delivery
• A commitment to helping students achieve their personal best and transition successfully to their next steps
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Experience with ASDAN, DofE, or life skills/work-based learning is highly desirable

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunities to innovate and shape our growing Post-16 provision
• A rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and successes

Visits to our school are encouraged and welcomed. Please call the school office to arrange a visit on [phone] Option 2 or email [e-mail].

Hope Learning Community is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people we work with. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including disclosure of criminal records, online checks, and other vetting checks. We have policies in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our schools.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This aligns with our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', emphasizing strength and success through diversity.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. Appropriate checks and clearances will be conducted.

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HR Department
Winstree Road, Colchester
Essex, CO3 0PZ
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