Sen Class Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay (£168–£260)

Strong induction and mentoring

Professional development opportunities

Consultant support from Supply Desk

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Class Teacher to join a specialist school in Portsmouth. This role is a full-time, permanent position starting ASAP, with competitive daily pay and strong induction and professional development opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent and experience with SEND, capable of delivering differentiated lessons and building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEND is desirable.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and inclusive teaching.
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Ability to build strong and positive relationships with pupils.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High expectations for learning, behaviour and personal development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the learning, progress and achievement of pupils within your class.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Use specialist SEND teaching approaches to engage and support learners.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress effectively.
• Set appropriate and challenging learning objectives.
• Develop pupils' independence, confidence and self-regulation.
• Create a calm, safe and stimulating classroom environment.
• Establish positive relationships based on mutual respect.
• Work closely with Learning Assistants and other support staff.
• Liaise with specialist professionals and implement recommendations within the classroom.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Contribute to the wider curriculum, pastoral life and ethos of the school.
• Support safeguarding and promote the welfare of all pupils.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

SEND experience

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Pupil wellbeing focus

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

SEN Class Teacher

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Pay: £168 £260 per day

About the Role

Supply Desk is seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Class Teacher to join a specialist school in Portsmouth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher who is passionate about working with children and young people with special educational needs. The role would suit an experienced SEN teacher, an ECT or a teacher looking to develop their experience within a specialist setting.

You will take responsibility for the learning, progress and wellbeing of pupils within your class, creating a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment where every learner is supported to achieve their potential. The school provides strong induction, mentoring, training and professional development, making this an excellent opportunity for teachers at different stages of their careers.

The Role:

• Take responsibility for the learning, progress and achievement of pupils within your class

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs

• Use specialist SEND teaching approaches to engage and support learners

• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress effectively

• Set appropriate and challenging learning objectives

• Develop pupils' independence, confidence and self-regulation

• Create a calm, safe and stimulating classroom environment

• Establish positive relationships based on mutual respect

• Work closely with Learning Assistants and other support staff

• Liaise with specialist professionals and implement recommendations within the classroom

• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and external professionals

• Contribute to the wider curriculum, pastoral life and ethos of the school

• Support safeguarding and promote the welfare of all pupils

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience working with pupils with SEND is desirable

• Strong understanding of differentiated and inclusive teaching

• Ability to adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach

• Ability to build strong and positive relationships with pupils

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• High expectations for learning, behaviour and personal development

• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

• ECTs, Post-16 teachers and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply

We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay of £168 £260

• Permanent full-time opportunity

• Specialist school environment with a strong focus on inclusion

• Excellent induction, training and mentoring

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

• Supportive and collaborative staff team

• Opportunities to work alongside specialist professionals

• Dedicated consultant support from Supply Desk

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives and learning

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £168.00 £260.00 per day

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.