Teacher - Special Educational Needs

Education Authority; Antrim; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Northern Ireland is seeking a Teacher – Special to provide specialized instruction for pupils with Special Educational Needs. The role requires planning lessons, assessing pupil progress, and maintaining discipline. Candidates should be registered with the General Teaching Council and hold a recognized teaching qualification. A minimum of 2 years' experience supporting children with special needs is essential. The position offers a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting the well-being of all pupils.

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland before taking up the post.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs.
• Current working knowledge of a range of teaching strategies and assessment methods for SEN pupils.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons.
• Teaching pupils, setting and marking work.
• Assessing, recording and reporting on pupil progress.

Skills

Planning and preparing lessons

Teaching pupils

Assessing pupil progress

Providing advice and guidance

Maintaining discipline

Effective teaching strategies

Education

Teaching qualification recognised for grant-aided schools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher – Special

REPORTS TO: Principal

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons.
• Teaching pupils, setting and marking work.
• Assessing, recording and reporting on pupil progress and attainment.
• Promoting pupil progress and well‑being.
• Providing advice and guidance on educational and social matters.
• Communicating with parents and external agencies.
• Participating in meetings, curriculum development and pastoral arrangements.
• Maintaining discipline and health and safety.
• Participating in public examination arrangements and pupil assessment.
• Co‑ordinating or managing the work of other teachers and contributing to the selection and induction of probationary teachers.
• Managing administrative tasks related to the curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE (ESSENTIAL)

• beregistered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post.
• Hold a teaching qualification recognised for grant‑aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience of supporting and challenging children with Special Educational Needs.
• Experience of developing positive relationships, working with a range of professionals and writing Individual Education Plans.
• Experience of the Annual Review process and use of specialist equipment, facilities or skills.
• Knowledge of the Northern Ireland Curriculum, SEND Code of Practice and safeguarding policy.
• Current working knowledge of a range of teaching strategies and assessment methods for SEN pupils.
• Effective teaching and classroom management skills, proven ability to provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience of supporting and challenging children of all abilities.
• Experience of using language programmes such as Makaton.
• Experience of monitoring pupil progress, performance, target setting and intervention.

VALUES / CULTURE

Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos will be assessed.

EDD & EEO STATEMENTS

The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.