SEND Teacher

Keys; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grange School in Castleford, West Yorkshire, is seeking a SEND Primary Teacher to plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive lessons for pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours. You will model professional integrity and work within the Keys Therapeutic Education framework to promote a safe, respectful learning environment.

With strong support from a collaborative team, the successful candidate will deliver lessons across KS1 and KS2, contribute to curriculum development, and

Qualifications

• Committed and passionate about students with SEND.
• At least two years’ SEND experience or equivalent.
• QTS/QTLS is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess a range of subjects to support pupils’ progression within KS1 and KS2.
• Work as part of the team to deliver lessons, support positive behaviour, and ensure pupils feel safe.
• Follow whole school systems, contribute to induction, and collaborate with the team.
• Support with report writing, curriculum development, data collection, and communications.

Skills

SEND experience

Team collaboration

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

SEND Primary Teacher - The Grange School, Methley Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1PN

Purpose of the Role

To plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching that meets the diverse needs of pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours. The Teacher will model professional integrity and the EPIC values, work collaboratively within the school community, and adhere strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct to promote a safe, respectful, and nurturing learning environment.

At The Grange School

At The Grange School, part of Keys we provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where every young person is encouraged to grow, learn and thrive.

We offer specialist therapeutic education tailored to individual needs, promoting personal responsibility, respect and cooperation. With a strong record of good and outstanding Ofsted ratings, we are committed to helping each pupil reach their full potential while supporting their families along the way.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess a range of subjects and learning to support students’ progression within KS1 and KS2.
• Work as part of the team to deliver lessons, support positive behaviour, and to make students feel safe so that they can learn and achieve
• Follow whole school systems to teaching and learning. We will support you with a full induction, we are a very supportive team
• Support with report writing, help to expand our curriculum documents as part of a team, data collection, and clearly communicate with all stakeholders
• Create engaging and safe learning environments

Requirements

• A committed and passionate view of students with SEND
• At least two years’ experience minimum of working in a SEND environment or similar unit/provision
• QTS/QTLS is a requirement

Benefits of Joining Keys

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.

More can be found about Keys and our Therapeutic Education Services here

School tours are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.

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