SEN Class Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Huddersfield seeks a dedicated teacher to join its passionate team. This role involves planning and delivering high-quality lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of pupils, especially those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. You will play a crucial part in fostering a supportive learning environment, promoting positive behavior, and building meaningful relationships with students. The school values emotional well-being and offers numerous professional development opportunities. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS) and a degree.
• Experience in teaching and working with SEMH pupils.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons within the national curriculum.
• Support the class team in facilitating learning opportunities.
• Report on pupils’ progress and liaise with staff.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Behaviour Management

Communication

SEMH Experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree Level Education

Job description

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Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Huddersfield

About our School

Located in Huddersfield, Kirklees, our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from X to Y years old.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over Z years. Within the Polaris Community, we have six SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, varied, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We’re also incredibly proud that A% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

1. Responsible for the planning and delivery of high-quality lessons within the national curriculum whilst meeting the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
2. Supporting the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours.
3. Reporting on pupils’ progress and concerns, and liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils' needs are met.
4. Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips.
5. Building positive relationships with your pupils and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes.

Requirements

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Have a strong basic education to degree level.
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques.
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn.
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

What we offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!).
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision.
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes.