Primary Teacher

Academics LTD; Andover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Andover is seeking an experienced Primary Teacher to join a residential SEN school. This full-time, Temp to Perm role involves teaching students with complex learning needs, particularly those with Autism. Ideal candidates will have a calm and empathetic nature, with a track record of tailoring lessons to diverse learning requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching children with special educational needs in either SEN or mainstream settings.
• Experience working with Asperger Syndrome preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons to a small class of students with complex learning needs.
• Manage a differentiated curriculum as per individualised learning and care plans.

Skills

Experience working with pupils with Autism

Ability to tailor lessons to individual needs

Empathetic and calm nature

Building positive relationships

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Primary Teacher
SEN School, Andover
Full-time, Temp to Perm position

Academics are recruiting on behalf of a residential SEN school in Andover which caters for young people aged 11-19 years with Autism or who have strong emotional / behavioural traits of the Autistic Spectrum, typically high functioning Autism (Asperger Syndrome) and other associated needs such as ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and social, emotional and mental health needs. All young people in the school will have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP).

They are looking for an experienced Primary Teacher to join them on a full-time, Temp to Perm contract, starting ASAP.
They have set up a new provision for pupils in KS3 and KS4 who are learning at primary age level. Due to this, it would be ideal for a Primary trained or Primary experienced Teacher, with SEN experience.

The successful SEN Teacher / Primary Teacher will be required to plan and deliver lessons to a small class of students with complex learning needs. Experience of working in an SEN school would be an advantage, although not essential. You would need to have experience of teaching children with SEN either in an SEN or mainstream setting, ideally Autism/Aspergers Syndrome.
Experience of working in an SEN school would be an advantage, although not essential. You would need to have experience of teaching children with SEN either in an SEN or mainstream setting, ideally Autism/Aspergers Syndrome.

The suitable SEN Teacher will possess an understanding, empathetic and calm nature. You must be able to build positive relationships and have the ability to tailor your lessons to meet the individual needs of the students, in line with their individualised learning and care plans. These plans allow each student to have access to a challenging, broad, relevant and differentiated curriculum that is designed to be Asperger Syndrome friendly.

The main school building is a large country house set in 8 acres of grounds which provide a beautiful and secure setting for outdoor activities. Ideally suited to a driver due to the rural location in Grateley, Andover.

Students here have access to a broad and balanced curriculum which extends throughout the waking day. A significant part of the learning process is catered for after school, structured activities. They aim to teach self-management through the provision of a range of strategies that allow students to develop their strengths and manage their difficulties successfully.

If you are an experienced SEN Teacher /Primary Teacher and live in the Grateley, Andover area and would like to be considered for the role, please can you reply with a copy of your updated CV.