Teacher with Autism Experience

Career Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative SEND school in Greater London is seeking a passionate teacher to join their team, focusing on special education for children with moderate learning difficulties. Ideal candidates will be patient, have strong communication skills, and may have a creative background. The school provides a vibrant, multicultural environment fostering student independence and well-being, with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in Special Educational Needs (SEND) teaching is advantageous.
• Creative background in drama, arts, or other subjects would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard pupils within your care.
• Collaborate with teaching and support staff.
• Promote independence and well-being in students.

Skills

Patient and understanding approach

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Flexible attitude

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Intensive Interaction

Rapid Prompting Method

Job description

An SEND school for children with moderate learning difficulties is looking for a passionate, forward thinking teacher to join their team ASAP.

If you are an experienced teacher of SEND or a primary or secondary teacher looking to move across into Special Education I want to hear from you!

The school is SEND primary and secondary setting for children aged 4-16, with Autism (ASC), ADHD and Downs Syndrome and Challenging Behaviour.

They have a creative approaches to learning and it is a rare opportunity for those that love to teach to really allow themselves the opportunity to find their creative streak in the role.

The school encourages applications from staff of all levels and have a mixed cohort of both staff and pupils. The team is vibrant, multicultural and social, and encourage applications from staff with a drama/arts/creative background to fit in with their hands on and innovative approach to learning

Applications are also encouraged from those who would like to develop and progress their careers. As the school grows, so will the opportunity for progression.

Requirements

• A patient and understanding approach and manner
• A flexible and amenable attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Experience of PECS, Makaton, Intensive Interaction, Rapid Prompting Method and other relevant augmentative and alternative communication approaches are advantageous but not essential

Responsibilities

• Be aware of, and remain responsible for all safeguarding of pupils within your care
• Work collaboratively with both teaching and support staff to ensure best outcomes for students
• Foster independence in students and promote well-being and good welfare

If this sounds like a setting you are interested in knowing more about, please apply through the job ad or email

Apply today and stand out for all the traits that make you a great fit !!