SEN Teacher

Polaris, company; Batley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Emotional health & wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Pupil outcomes contribution

Friendly inclusive team

DBS check funded

Job summary

Polaris Education – Becker School in Batley is seeking a qualified SEN Teacher to deliver high quality lessons within the national curriculum, addressing ASC & SEMH needs.

You will work with a supportive team, plan and assess pupil progress, and contribute to a safe, inclusive environment for children aged 5 to 13. QTS and a degree are essential, with experience in SEND preferred.

Qualifications

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Degree level qualification required.
• Experience in teaching, preferably KS1/2.
• Experience working with pupils with SEND in an educational setting.
• Experience in behaviour management and techniques.
• Commitment to professional development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high quality lessons within the national curriculum while meeting ASC & SEMH needs.
• Support the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours.
• Report on pupils' progress and liaise with staff to meet needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time including trips and activities.
• Build positive relationships and drive interactive learning outcomes.

Skills

Behaviour management

SEND knowledge

Communication

Education

QTS

Degree level

Job description

Polaris Education - Becker SchoolSEN TeacherBasic Salary: £28,000 - £39,520Contract: Full Time, Term time onlyHours: 37.5 hours per weekBenefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount SchemeLocation: Becker School, Batley

About our School

Located in Batley, Kirklees our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 13 years old. We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years.

Within the Polaris Community, we have several 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 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS)
• Suitable qualification to degree level
• Previous successful teaching experience, preferably teaching KS1/2
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEND 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 huge 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
• The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Education. Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.