SEN Teacher

Esland Care; Bedford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Esland Care is seeking a dedicated teacher for their SEN School in Silsoe, Bedfordshire, to work with and improve the lives of vulnerable young people. The role offers a competitive salary, excellent career development opportunities, and a supportive environment promoting work/life balance.

Benefits

Enrolment in education pension scheme

Company sick pay

Life insurance (4x salary)

Comprehensive induction training

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Refer a Friend scheme

Monthly recognition awards

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Degree qualification or equivalent needed.
• Experience as a KS2/KS3/KS4 teacher is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support young people with SEMH.
• Ensure the educational and social development of each young person.
• Establish constructive relationships with parents and the community.

Skills

Expert understanding of innovative pedagogy

Experience of assessment without levels

Knowledge of statutory assessment arrangements at KS4

Knowledge of effective strategies to manage behavior

Excellent knowledge of inclusion

Understanding of safeguarding

Expert knowledge of strategies for closing the gap

Understanding of a range of SEND needs

Ability to form effective relationships

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree or equivalent

Job description

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Salary: £31,443 to £41,138 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Do you have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)? Are you an outstanding KS3/4 school teacher? Do you have experience of SEND? Would you like to significantly improve your work/life balance?

If the answer to the above questions is yes and you are looking for career progression, why not submit an application for the position of teacher at Esland Bedford School today? Esland is driven to change children’s lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

The position is based at our SEN School in Silsoe, Bedfordshire.

Esland schools currently support a number of vulnerable young people aged 8-18 years with SEMH.

• A competitive salary between £31,443 and £41,138 reviewed annually
• Enrolment into the Esland education pension scheme, which is double matched up to 20%, meaning a total pension contribution of up to 30%
• Company sick pay
• Life insurance to the value of 4 times your basic salary
• Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role
• Opportunities for career development, with over 100 colleagues promoted last year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including Online GP 24/7, 365 days a year
• Access to our Green Hybrid and EV car scheme
• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme
• Monthly recognition awards
• Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together
• The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!

Qualification and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Degree qualification or equivalent
• An excellent teacher
• Experience as a KS2/KS3/KS4 teacher
• The ability to teach across a range of curriculum subjects, including English, Maths and Science

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Expert understanding of innovative pedagogy
• Experience of assessment without levels including tracking pupil progress
• Knowledge and understanding of statutory assessment arrangements at KS4
• Knowledge and understanding of effective strategies to manage the behaviour of pupils
• Excellent knowledge of inclusion including SEMH, EAL, bilingual learners, minority ethnic achievement and equality (race, disability, and gender)
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, especially the safety and welfare of vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils
• Expert knowledge of strategies for closing the gap
• The ability and willingness to teach a range of subjects
• An understanding of a range of SEND needs, including SEMH
• Contribution to the educational and social development of each young person
• The ability to form effective relationships with young people, their families (if appropriate), and external agencies
• To ensure that young people’s views and wishes are sought and acted upon where appropriate
• Ensure that appropriate resources and environment exist for individual pupils referred to the service, and that opportunities for inclusion are available to all students
• To liaise with other teachers and teaching assistants to ensure effective deployment of resources

Personal qualities

• Ability to set high standards and act as a positive role model
• Self-belief, initiative, and a proactive attitude
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Approachable, caring, and kind
• Ability to work under pressure, with a good sense of humour and work/life balance
• Establish and maintain constructive relationships with parents, staff, and the community
• Strong values and awareness of school ethos
• Commitment to self-professional development and continuous improvement

Desirable

• Degree/qualification in psychology
• Higher degree or equivalent

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Disclosure, right to work, and reference checks in line with regulations and Safer Recruitment practices.

All young people are entitled to fair and balanced support. Esland employees promote equal opportunities and challenge discrimination on any grounds.