Teacher of SEND

Teaching Vacancies; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Sandwell is searching for a dedicated Teacher of SEND to enhance its inclusive educational practices. The successful candidate will deliver English and Maths to small groups of students with complex needs, ensuring they achieve their full potential. Responsibilities include leading on SEND processes, contributing to the development of personalized learning plans, and fostering effective communication with parents and external agencies. A commitment to safeguarding is essential for this position.

Benefits

Teacher & support staff pension schemes

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Training School Alliance

Networking opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Medicash - Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching students with SEND.
• Familiarity with statutory SEND processes.
• Ability to contribute to personalised learning plans.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of subjects to students with complex needs.
• Lead on SEND processes and ensure compliance.
• Monitor the progress and wellbeing of SEND cohorts.

Skills

Passionate about inclusive education

Ability to deliver English and Maths

Experience with complex needs

Effective communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and talented Teacher of SEND to join our well-established SEND department. The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusive education and will play a key role in delivering a range of subjects, particularly English and Maths, ensuring that students with a wide range of needs can access, engage with, and make strong progress within these essential areas of the curriculum. The post holder will be expected to participate in activities and initiatives across the Trust.

What the school offers its staff

• Teacher & support staff pension schemes
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Training School Alliance
• Networking opportunities
• Specsavers Eyecare Voucher
• Flu vaccine
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Medicash - Health Cash Plan:
  • 24/7 GP Appointments & prescription services
  • Dental treatment
  • Optical care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Skinvision - skin health tracker
  • A range of essential healthcare expenses
  • Exclusive discounts on shopping & travel

Further details about the role

• Teach a range of subjects, including English and Maths, to a smaller group of KS3 students with complex needs, ensuring they can access, engage with, and make strong progress within these essential areas of the curriculum.
• Lead on specific statutory SEND processes, including coordinating EHCP reviews and ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Support the strategic development of SEND provision across the school in line with whole‑school priorities.
• Oversee targeted intervention programmes and monitor their impact on student outcomes.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to teaching and support staff on effective SEND strategies and inclusive practice within academic subjects and beyond.
• Contribute to the identification and assessment of students with additional needs, working closely with the SENDCo and external agencies.
• Lead on the development and implementation of personalised learning plans and provision maps.
• Monitor the progress, attainment, and wellbeing of identified SEND cohorts, ensuring timely and effective support.
• Support high‑quality communication with parents, carers, and external professionals regarding student needs and progress.
• Plan and deliver CPD focused on SEND, inclusive pedagogy, and effective approaches to supporting learners in core subjects.
• Champion a culture of inclusion across the school, promoting high expectations and positive outcomes for all learners with SEND.
• Contribute to the coordination and implementation of exam access arrangements, ensuring that eligible students receive appropriate dispensations and that all processes meet regulatory requirements.
• Work with Head of Departments and the Assistant Principal for SEND on the development of appropriate programmes of study, teaching materials, intervention pathways, and methods of teaching and assessment tailored to students with SEND.
• Teach students within the Academy, including small groups of learners with complex needs, and carry out any other associated duties reasonably assigned by the Principal.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and promote positive conduct in line with the Academy’s behaviour policies and systems.
• Promote equal opportunities across the Academy and support the implementation of the Academy’s Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring inclusive practice for all learners.
• Monitor the academic progress, engagement, and wellbeing of students with SEND, maintaining high expectations of work, behaviour, and personal development in accordance with Academy policies.
• Contribute to quality assurance processes within the SEND department.
• Encourage curriculum development that supports accessibility and inclusion, promote the effective use of resources, and help maintain a purposeful and supportive learning environment.
• Provide effective communication with parents, carers, external agencies, and other educational institutions to support the needs and progress of students with SEND.
• Contribute to regular departmental and whole‑school meetings, ensuring strong communication and collaboration within the SEND team and wider staff body.
• Contribute to materials published about the Academy, particularly those relating to SEND provision, inclusive practice, and support for learners with additional needs.

Commitment to safeguarding

Tove Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check.