SEND Upper School & Maths Lead (Teacher)

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de soutien éducatif en pleine croissance recherche un SEND Upper School & Maths Lead (Teacher) pour sa structure à Bridgwater. Le rôle implique un enseignement spécialisé pour des élèves ayant des besoins éducatifs spécifiques, ainsi que la planification d'un curriculum novateur. Avec une structure de petite classe et un soutien proactif, l'environnement de travail favorise l'épanouissement des élèves. Vous aurez l'occasion de travailler dans un cadre rééquipé et d'aller au-delà des pratiques d'enseignement traditionnelles.

Benefits

Onsite catering and free meals

Free uniform

Free parking

Access to the school gym

Training opportunities including THRIVE, trauma-informed practices, CPI

Qualifications

• Enseignant(e) en mathématiques spécialisé(e) ou avec une vaste expérience d'enseignement en maths.
• Expérience en leadership dans un contexte éducatif.
• DBS clair requis.

Responsibilities

• Planifier et diriger le programme de mathématiques.
• Soutenir le bien-être et l'éducation des élèves avec des besoins spécifiques.
• Collaborer sur des projets inter-disciplinaires.

Skills

Maths teaching experience

Leadership experience

Relationship building

Emotional growth support

Education

UK QTS

SEND teaching experience

Job description

SEND Upper School & Maths Lead (Teacher)

Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time

Location: Bridgwater

Start: 01/09/2025

Salary: £30,000 - £44,870

Elementa are recruiting for an SEND Upper School & Maths Lead (Teacher) across the Upper School (KS3 +) at this special school for children with SEND, predominantly relating to ASC and SEMH. This specialist education provider supports students across the primary and secondary phases and uses a therapeutic approach to supporting learners. All students have an EHCP which commonly relates to SEMH, ASC, and anxiety. The organisation focuses on a holistic and creative education approach to help learners achieve their full potential.

The school has been completely renovated within the last 3 years and offers a stunning workplace. They support learners aged between 5 - 18. The school operates over 2 sites, has an onsite farm, and recently added an onsite coffee shop.

The successful applicant will be expected to safeguard students’ welfare, promote and support their educational and therapeutic needs, contribute to curriculum meetings and the whole school development plan, collaborate with learning support staff, and prepare bespoke resources.

The SEND Upper School & Maths Lead will plan, deliver, and lead the Maths curriculum and will likely be involved in cross-curricular work with other subjects including PSHE, Horticulture, Home Cooking, Animal Skills, and PE.

Can you?

• Make learning fun and exciting
• Prepare young people to build confidence
• Nurture good relationships with children and staff to create an effective learning environment
• Champion emotional growth and independence alongside academic progress
• Keep children safe and contribute to their health and well-being

Joining the school team you'll gain a real sense of purpose. Working with small class sizes and using a therapeutic approach, along with support from colleagues, you'll deliver a tailored curriculum that makes a real difference to the lives and future prospects of the learners.

Essential criteria:

• Maths specialist or extensive Maths teaching experience
• Leadership experience
• UK QTS
• UK SEND teaching experience
• Clear DBS (civil offences may be permissible)

Additional job benefits:

• Onsite catering and free meals
• Free uniform
• Free parking
• Access to the school gym
• Training opportunities including THRIVE, trauma-informed practices, CPI

This role is not suitable for candidates requiring sponsorship for the right to work in the UK, or without UK teaching or SEND experience.

Elementa will manage all applicants and screen their suitability for the role. Elementa are not a supply agency; we are a recruitment partner to schools, operating in Alternative Provision services, Special Schools, and providing various school-related services such as training, uniforms, and consulting.

All applicants will undergo pre-screening. Appointments may be made through trial contracts. A DBS Enhanced Disclosure will be required (cost approximately £62.70), unless you have a current DBS on the Update Service. A clear DBS is desirable but not a barrier to consideration.

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with your full, up-to-date CV. All applicants will receive a prompt response.