SEN Science Teacher

Linq Recruitment Specialists; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Linq Recruitment Specialists are assisting a specialist independent school in Nottinghamshire to recruit a dedicated SEN Secondary Science GCSE Teacher on a term-time contract until Christmas. The role focuses on delivering engaging GCSE science lessons to a small class and supporting SEMH and other needs.

You will plan, assess and adapt teaching to individual pupils, work with teaching assistants, and help foster a safe, stimulating learning environment while maintaining high safeguarding

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject.
• Experience teaching Science at GCSE in a secondary setting.
• Experience supporting SEMH and other needs.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to build positive relationships and inspire learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging GCSE Science lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
• Work with teaching assistants and staff to support pupil progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a safe learning environment.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Support educational visits and activities outside the classroom when required.

Skills

QTS

Science teaching

Behaviour management

Education

Degree-level qualification

Job description

Job Description:

SEN Secondary Science GCSE Teacher

Contract: Contract, Term Time Only

Location: Nottinghamshire

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist independent school in Nottinghamshire that supports children and young people with a range of additional needs.

Due to increasing pupil numbers, our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Secondary Science GCSE Teacher to join their team on a contract basis until Christmas. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to work within a highly supportive setting, helping pupils achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

The school provides education for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside additional diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, attachment needs, sensory processing difficulties, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and mild to moderate learning needs.

With small class sizes of no more than six pupils, supported by teaching assistants, this role offers the opportunity to deliver highly personalised learning and make a genuine impact on students' development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging GCSE Science lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and wider school staff to support pupil progress.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Support educational visits and activities outside of the classroom where required.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Degree-level qualification.
• Experience teaching Science at GCSE level within a secondary setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to build positive relationships and inspire learners.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be expected to share this commitment.