SEN Teacher

The Education Network Birmingham; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is recruiting a SEN Teacher for a welcoming special school in Atherstone. You will join a team led by an outstanding Headteacher, with excellent facilities and a supportive staff.

You will teach KS2 or KS3 classes with Moderate Learning Difficulties, planning differentiated lessons, and adapting the curriculum to make learning engaging and meaningful. Whether you come from a special school background or are an experienced mainstream teacher, this role offers a chance to

Qualifications

• QTS is required to teach in the UK.
• Experience in primary or secondary teaching.
• Passion for working with children with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS2 or KS3 class of pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Create a structured, positive and engaging classroom environment.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual learning plans and EHCP outcomes.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive attitudes towards learning.

Skills

QTS

Strong classroom management

Differentiation skills

Communication and teamwork

Adapt teaching to meet learning needs

Job description

SEN Teacher - Special School

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist setting? Do you want to work alongside an outstanding Headteacher, excellent facilities and a genuinely supportive team? This welcoming special school in Atherstone is looking to appoint a SEN Teacher to join its team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a QTS teacher with either primary or secondary teaching experience. You will teach either a Key Stage 2 or Key Stage 3 class, working with pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and adapting the curriculum to ensure learning is accessible, engaging and meaningful.

The school has an outstanding Headteacher who provides strong leadership and has created a positive culture where staff are well supported. With excellent facilities, specialist resources and a dedicated team of Teaching Assistants, you will have everything you need to help your pupils make progress and develop their confidence and independence.

Whether you already have experience working within a special school or are an experienced mainstream teacher looking to move into SEN education, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a highly supportive environment.

The Role

• Teach either a KS2 or KS3 class of pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
• Adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs and abilities
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Create a structured, positive and engaging classroom environment
• Work closely with experienced Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual learning plans and EHCP outcomes
• Promote independence, confidence and positive attitudes towards learning

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Primary or secondary teaching experience
• A genuine passion for working with children with SEN
• Strong classroom management and differentiation skills
• The ability to adapt teaching to meet a range of learning needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, creative and positive approach
• Previous special school or SEN experience would be advantageous but is not essential

In Return You Will Receive

• The opportunity to join a welcoming and highly supportive special school
• An outstanding Headteacher and strong leadership team
• Excellent facilities and specialist resources
• Experienced Teaching Assistants and a collaborative staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and SEN training
• The chance to develop your career within specialist education
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to pupils' lives

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.