SEN Teacher

Academics Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive school environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Academics Ltd seeks an enthusiastic SEN Teacher in Colchester to join a welcoming school supporting children with additional needs.

The role focuses on planning differentiated lessons, monitoring progress and creating an inclusive, nurturing classroom. You will collaborate with TAs, parents and professionals to help pupils achieve academic and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Ability to differentiate lessons to meet individual needs.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with diverse needs.
• Support pupils with autism, ADHD and other learning needs.
• Develop individual learning plans and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, parents and other professionals.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Differentiation

Classroom management

Communication skills

SEN experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Job description

Are you a passionate, dedicated and inspirational teacher who wants to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs?

If so, we want to hear from you!

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teacher to join a supportive and welcoming school in Colchester, working with pupils who have a range of Special Educational Needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and understands the importance of creating a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs and abilities of your pupils. You will play a vital role in supporting their academic progress, personal development, communication skills and confidence.

• Planning and delivering creative, engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Developing individual learning plans and setting achievable targets.
• Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and structured classroom environment.
• Using a variety of teaching strategies to meet different learning styles and abilities.
• Working closely with teaching assistants, parents, carers and other professionals.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interaction.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Teacher who is patient, adaptable and genuinely passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Ideally, you will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status or relevant teaching qualifications.
• Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• A good understanding of different learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to differentiate lessons to suit individual abilities.
• Experience within a specialist SEN school or an alternative provision setting would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive educational environment in Colchester, where your skills, experience and dedication will be valued.

Whether you are an experienced SEN specialist or a mainstream teacher looking to develop your career within special education, we would love to hear from you.

If you are looking for your next teaching opportunity in Colchester and have the passion and commitment to inspire young people, we want to hear from you!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy