SEN Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm is seeking a dedicated Year 8 Class Teacher to work in Thatcham. The role involves teaching English, Maths, and PSHRE to pupils with various additional needs, including ASD. Successful candidates will have the ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and manage classroom dynamics. This position offers competitive pay in a caring and inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Ongoing support from a consultant

CPD training access

Qualifications

• Confident in planning and delivering English and Maths lessons.
• Skilled in supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs.
• Preferably experienced in managing SEMH behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Teach English, Maths, and PSHRE to Year 8 pupils with additional needs.
• Deliver Business and Enterprise NCFE and ASDAN qualifications.
• Support varied enrichment activities and manage lunch duties.

Skills

Planning and delivering English and Maths

Effective communication

Building strong relationships

Experience with SLCN

De-escalation strategies

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Location: Theale
Contract: Full-time, starting January

We are working with a therapeutic school are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Year 8 Class Teacher to join their team in January. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with a small group of pupils who have a range of additional needs.

• Teach English, Maths, and PSHRE to a Year 8 class of 6 pupils, all with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), including:
  • Pupils with significant anxiety
  • Additional needs such as FASD and ADHD
• Deliver Business and Enterprise NCFE and ASDAN CoPE to Year 10 and 11 students
• Support enrichment sessions and varied activities
• Participate in break and lunch duties as timetabled

• Confident in planning and delivering English and Maths, and able to follow exam specifications for NCFE and ASDAN qualifications
• Understands the urgency of supporting Year 11 pupils
• Skilled at building strong relationships quickly
• Effective communicator, with experience supporting pupils with significant Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Able to lead and manage a team of TAs and 1:1 staff
• Preferably experienced in de‑escalation strategies and working with SEMH behaviours

• Competitive pay and ongoing support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.
• Apermanent, term‑time role providing stability and opportunity for professional growth.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives and work in a caring and inclusive environment where every child is valued.
• Supportive school leadership and access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD training.

Interested?
Apply today and make a real difference in the lives of young people.

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