SEN Teacher. Job in Bridgnorth Education & Training Jobs

Esland; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Bridgnorth is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to join their team. The role involves planning and delivering lessons, ensuring safeguarding, and contributing to the continuous improvement of teaching standards. The school supports vulnerable young people and offers a supportive environment for professional development and career progression.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, inclusive environment

Competitive salary

Enrolment into Esland pension scheme

Paid induction and ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Recognition awards

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a KS2 teacher.
• Ability to teach across various curriculum subjects including English, Maths, and Science.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons.
• Ensure safeguarding of all young people.
• Contribute to continual improvement in teaching.

Skills

Innovative Pedagogy

Behaviour Management

Effective Communication

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Salary: £31,443 to £36,146 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Do you have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)? Are you an outstanding KS2 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 Shropshire School today?

Esland is driven to changing children's lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.

The position is based at our SEN School in Ditton Priors, near Bridgnorth. This is a new school and our fourth Esland school. Esland schools currently support vulnerable young people aged 8-18 years with SEMH.

Key Responsibilities for a SEN Teacher

1. Ensure safeguarding of all young people underpins every decision made
2. Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons, demonstrating outstanding teaching and learning
3. Contribute to our culture of continual improvement and high standards in teaching through coaching, team-teaching, and demonstrating excellence
4. Ensure effective pastoral care of all children in the school including behaviour management, child protection, and safeguarding
5. Maintain high standards of teaching and learning across curriculum subjects
6. Identify strategies to overcome individual pupils' barriers to learning
7. Carry out duties as identified in the Teacher Standards
8. Meet all Teacher Standards
9. Contribute to the Annual Review of EHCPs
10. Write and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
11. Attend PEP reviews and complete documentation, ensuring targets are achieved and the pupil's voice is heard

While this job description provides an overview, it is not exhaustive, and flexibility is expected to undertake additional duties as delegated.

Essential Requirements for a SEN Teacher

Qualification and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Degree qualification or equivalent
• Experience as a KS2 teacher
• Ability to teach across various curriculum subjects including English, Maths, and Science

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Expert understanding of innovative pedagogy
• Experience with assessment without levels and tracking pupil progress
• Knowledge of statutory assessment arrangements at KS4
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies
• Understanding of inclusion, SEMH, EAL, bilingual learners, minority ethnic achievement, and equality
• Understanding of safeguarding, especially for vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils
• Strategies for closing the achievement gap
• Willingness to teach a range of subjects
• Understanding of SEND needs, including SEMH
• Ability to develop effective relationships with young people, families, and external agencies

Personal qualities

• High standards and positive role modeling
• Self-belief, initiative, and proactive attitude
• Effective communication skills
• Approachable, caring, and kind nature
• Ability to work under pressure with a good sense of humor and work/life balance
• Constructive relationship-building with parents, staff, and community
• Strong values aligned with the school's
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Desirable

• Degree/qualification in psychology
• Higher degree or equivalent

Employment is subject to satisfactory checks in line with regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices. All young people are entitled to fair treatment, and Esland promotes equal opportunities and challenges discrimination.

What we offer a SEN Teacher

• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive environment
• Competitive salary
• Enrolment into Esland pension scheme
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Career development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Recognition awards
• Employee discounts
• The chance to make a real difference

About Esland

With over 35 years of experience, Esland operates over 65 residential and assessment homes, and five schools across various regions in England, including our online school. Supporting over 200 young people with a team of 700+ staff, we aim to help children achieve their best outcomes through bespoke care, education, therapeutic, and activity services.