SEND Teacher - Autism & ADHD Specialist (Immediate Start)

TeacherActive Limited.; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SEND Teacher Kirkby is seeking a passionate, dedicated and resilient educator to join one of our partner schools in Kirkby, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the Christmas break. The role supports pupils in the upper classes of a SEND base, including pupils with Autism, ADHD and social, emotional and behavioural needs.

The ideal candidate will build strong, trusting relationships, understand each pupil's needs and triggers, and use proactive, nurturing strategies to keep

Qualifications

• Has experience working within a SEND setting, ideally with pupils with Autism and ADHD.
• Has a strong understanding of behaviour as a form of communication.
• Is confident supporting pupils who may display challenging or dysregulated behaviours.
• Can build meaningful relationships with pupils on an individual basis.
• Is patient, empathetic, resilient and consistent in their approach.
• Understands the importance of identifying triggers and using proactive strategies to prevent escalation.
• Can create an engaging, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and supporting pupils within the upper classes of the SEND base.
• Supporting children with Autism, ADHD and challenging behaviours.
• Building strong, trusting and individual relationships with pupils.
• Understanding each pupil's individual needs, triggers and communication styles.
• Using proactive, nurturing and consistent approaches to prevent dysregulation and support emotional regulation.
• Creating a safe, structured and positive learning environment where every pupil feels understood and supported.
• Adapting learning and expectations to meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils.

Skills

SEND experience

Behaviour as communication

Relationship-building

Patient and empathetic

Job description

SEND Teacher Kirkby is seeking a passionate, dedicated and resilient educator to join one of our partner schools in Kirkby, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the Christmas break. The role supports pupils in the upper classes of a SEND base, including pupils with Autism, ADHD and social, emotional and behavioural needs.

The ideal candidate will build strong, trusting relationships, understand each pupil's needs and triggers, and use proactive, nurturing strategies to keep