SEN English Teacher

senploy; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education is seeking an English Teacher for a SEMH School in England, specifically in Preston. The role involves teaching small classes of secondary pupils with special needs, motivating and engaging them effectively. Ideally, candidates should have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in a similar setting. The position offers competitive pay ranging from £140 to £185 per day. This school is also willing to support new teachers through their ECT.

Qualifications

• A level of understanding/experience in childcare and special educational needs setting would be advantageous.
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year.

Responsibilities

• Manage challenging behaviour positively.
• Ensure lessons are planned to meet the needs of children.
• Motivate, engage and inspire children.

Skills

Teaching small classes

Managing challenging behaviour

Motivating and engaging students

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

GCSE Level 2 English and Maths Qualifications (C or above)

Job description

Job description

Prospero Teaching is currently working with a SEMH School in Preston that is looking for an English Teacher.

This school caters for secondary aged pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school offers a variety of enriching educational opportunities for pupils including academic, functional and vocational skills.

You will be teaching small classes of students with additional needs. Most are disengaged from education, and part of your role will be to re‑engage them. This position is ideal for a new teacher looking for experience within SEN, or an experienced teacher who is looking to reduce their workload and enjoy less planning! You must be a qualified teacher for this position, and this school is willing to support you through your ECT if needed.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage challenging behaviour positively and in line with the school's ethos and procedures.
• Ensure lessons are planned to meet the needs of children.
• Ability to tailor your lessons to the needs of each student.
• Motivate, engage and inspire children.
• A dedication to the safeguarding of young people.

Vacancy Details

• Location: Chorley
• Position: SEM English Teacher
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay Rate: £140 - £185 P/D

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• A level of understanding/experience in childcare and special educational needs setting would be advantageous.
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year – Prospero can provide this.
• GCSE or equivalent, Level 2 English and Maths Qualifications (C or above).

Eligibility

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child‑related references that cover the last two years.

Other Information

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Contract / Position Details

Job Reference: VR/1013525

Location: England, Chorley, Preston