Special Education Teacher

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) invites applications for a Teacher – Special to join our schools team. You will plan and deliver lessons, adapt teaching to meet diverse needs and assess pupil progress within the Northern Ireland curriculum.

Working under the principal’s direction, you will collaborate with professionals to support pupils with Special Educational Needs, maintain records, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant‑aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Minimum of 1 year’s demonstrable experience of using a range of effective classroom strategies to provide support and challenge children and young people of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs.
• Demonstrable experience of developing positive relationships for learning with children and young people
• Demonstrable experience of working with a range of professionals to meet the needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs
• Demonstrable experience of and/or continuing professional development in the use of specialist equipment, facilities or skills to meet the needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs
• Demonstrable experience of using digital media/technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare courses and lessons according to educational needs.
• Teach pupils assigned to you, including setting and marking work.
• Assess, record and report on pupil development and attainment.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of pupils.
• Provide advice and guidance to pupils on education and future careers.
• Communicate with parents and collaborate with others to support pupils.

Skills

Classroom management

Inclusion

Special Educational Needs

Digital media/technology

Building positive relationships

Teamwork

Education

Teaching qualification NI

Job description

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) invites applications for a Teacher – Special to join our schools team. You will plan and deliver lessons, adapt teaching to meet diverse needs and assess pupil progress within the Northern Ireland curriculum.

Working under the principal’s direction, you will collaborate with professionals to support pupils with Special Educational Needs, maintain records, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practice.