Specialist SEND Teacher (Post-16 Life Skills)

Fastispeed Ltd; Bloxwich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist learning provider in Bloxwich is looking for a teacher to engage SEND learners aged 16-25. You will deliver sessions that foster creativity and personal growth, applying inclusive pedagogy principles. Ideal candidates will hold a recognised teaching qualification and have experience working with diverse learner needs. The role emphasizes collaboration and innovative teaching methods in both on-site and hybrid settings.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification required.
• Experience teaching learners with SEND is essential.
• Strong understanding of inclusive teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver sessions based on Growth Mindset.
• Apply the Zone of Proximal Development in teaching.
• Create resources for individual learning plans.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Experience with SEND learners

Understanding of inclusive pedagogy

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

PGCE, QTLS, Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging sessions based on Dweck's Growth Mindset, reinforcing effort over outcome and teaching learners that setbacks are part of learning.
• Apply Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) by providing continuous scaffolding – guiding learners from supported 1:1 work to independent tasks as confidence grows.
• Implement Piaget's Constructivist principles, encouraging exploration, experimentation, and hands‑on creative learning experiences.
• Deliver sessions tailored to SEND learners aged 16‑25, both on‑site and online.
• Create differentiated resources to meet individual learning plans and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Collaborate with support staff, therapists and the SEN team to ensure holistic progress.
• Maintain records of learning outcomes, attendance and personal development.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTLS, Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training).
• Experience teaching learners with SEND (Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or related needs).
• Strong understanding of inclusive pedagogy and adaptive learning strategies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence in both classroom‑based and hybrid delivery.

Desirable

• Experience in creative media, digital skills, or personal and social development teaching.
• Experience supporting students transitioning to adulthood and employment.

About the Company

British Creative Institute (BCI) is a specialist post‑16 independent learning provider offering creative media courses to young people aged 16‑25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our curriculum includes Photography, TV Production, Games Design, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, and Life Skills – all delivered in a nurturing, inclusive environment that promotes personal growth and creativity.