SEN Teacher

TLTP Education; Slough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive specialist SEN setting

Collaborative staff team

Job summary

TLTP Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher for a specialist school in Slough, supporting students aged 4–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and additional needs. You will deliver engaging, highly personalised lessons to develop communication, confidence and independence.

You will plan differentiated lessons, adapt approaches to individual needs, monitor progress and work with Teaching Assistants to support learning and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with students with SEN/ASD is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of autism and inclusive teaching approaches.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for students with ASD and additional needs.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual needs and learning styles.
• Monitor and record progress; contribute to EHCP outcomes and targets.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

Autism understanding

Classroom management

Differentiation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference?

Do you have the patience, creativity and expertise to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Could you deliver engaging, personalised lessons that develop communication, confidence, independence and essential life skills?

Would you like to join a supportive specialist school where every student is valued, understood and encouraged to reach their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teacher to join a specialist SEN school in Slough, supporting students aged 4 19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and a range of additional learning needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an adaptable and compassionate SEN Teacher to deliver engaging, highly personalised lessons that support students' academic progress, communication, emotional wellbeing, confidence and independence.

About the Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated and accessible lessons tailored to the individual needs, abilities and communication styles of students with ASD and additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons for students aged 4 19.
• Adapt lessons, resources and teaching approaches to meet individual needs and learning styles.
• Support students with ASD to access learning and make meaningful progress.
• Create a safe, structured, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Use autism-informed teaching strategies to promote engagement, communication and independence.
• Develop personalised learning opportunities based on individual strengths, needs and interests.
• Support students to develop communication, social, emotional and life skills.
• Use visual supports, structured routines and practical learning approaches where appropriate.
• Monitor, assess and record student progress, identifying appropriate next steps.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students and promote positive behaviour.
• Support students with sensory needs and help them regulate and engage with learning.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and wider support staff to provide consistent and effective support.
• Contribute to EHCP outcomes, individual learning plans and personalised targets.
• Maintain high expectations while recognising and celebrating individual achievements.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and external professionals where appropriate.
• Contribute to school meetings, training, professional development and the wider life of the school.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of all students.

About You

The successful SEN Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with students with SEN and/or ASD is highly desirable.
• A strong understanding of autism and inclusive teaching approaches.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to differentiate and adapt lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs.
• A patient, calm, compassionate and resilient approach.
• The ability to build strong, positive and trusting relationships with students.
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning.
• An understanding of sensory needs and the importance of structured routines.
• A commitment to supporting students' academic, communication, emotional and personal development.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for every learner.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity for an SEN Teacher to make a genuine difference to children and young people with ASD and additional needs.
• The chance to work within a supportive specialist SEN setting in Slough.
• A collaborative and dedicated staff team.
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where individual progress and achievement are highly valued.
• The opportunity to develop your experience working with a broad range of SEND needs.
• A supportive environment focused on communication, independence, wellbeing and progress.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher who wants to help children and young people with ASD build confidence, develop independence and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.