SEN Teacher

Selworthy Special School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Selworthy Special School is seeking a caring and professional Class Teacher to support students with special educational needs across various age ranges. This rewarding role demands flexibility, communication skills, and the passion to help differently-abled students thrive within a supportive and inclusive environment. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering learners and fostering a positive learning journey.

Benefits

Full induction program

Ongoing professional development

Provision of free tea/coffee for staff

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff wellbeing activities

Access to Occupational Health Service

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Experience in managing complex behaviors.
• Passion for supporting learners with specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students with a variety of complex needs.
• Provide structured learning to help learners reach their full potential.
• Manage behaviors in an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Organizational skills

Ability to manage complex behaviors

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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Teachers vacancies for Selworthy Special School to work across Primary SEN, Secondary SEN and sixth Form SEN.

Are you looking for a new position supporting students with special educational needs and being part of a highly effective multi-disciplinary team?

About Us:

Selworthy is a special school for children and young people with learning disabilities aged 4 – 19. We have two campuses, both situated on the northern side of Taunton, Somerset. Our Oakhill Campus houses our primary school provision, and since 2019, our secondary and 6th form provision has been based at our Hazelbrook Campus. We also run a satellite provision called The Cove for Key Stage 3 learners in Wellington, Somerset.

Being part of Selworthy School is like belonging to a family. Children and young people, parents and carers, staff, local residents, and visitors are welcomed into a happy and purposeful community where everyone is challenged to go on a learning journey and maximize achievement.

About the role:

We are looking to appoint a caring and professional Class Teacher to join our team at Selworthy Special School, who has a willingness and flexibility to work in different age ranges. You’ll have enthusiasm for supporting learners with a variety of complex needs, providing learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook, and managing sometimes complex behaviors within a structured learning environment to ensure differently-abled learners can reach their full potential.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (We are unable to accept any applications from ECTs at this time)
• Passion and commitment for supporting learners with specific needs
• An empathetic, patient, and tolerant demeanor
• Key organization and communication skills
• Experience with managing complex behaviors and helping SEN learners to achieve

Why Selworthy Special School?

We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students.

What Selworthy School offers its staff:

• Full induction program and ongoing professional development
• A rewarding role with excellent support and multiple opportunities for career progression
• Provision of free tea/coffee for staff
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff wellbeing activities (exercise classes, access to Hydropool, staff and family events)
• Wellbeing room and information on wellbeing approaches
• Access to Occupational Health Service

Note to all applicants: The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may occur prior to the closing date on some occasions. Please apply early to avoid missing out.

Closing date: Monday 7th June 2025

Interviews: TBC

Safeguarding Statement:

Selworthy Special School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.