Year 5 SEND additional class teacher - Druids Heath

Aspire People Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is seeking a Year 5 SEND Teacher for a mainstream primary school in Druid's Heath, starting ASAP on an ongoing basis. You will join a team supporting a Year 5 class with additional needs, focusing on enabling access to the curriculum.

The role involves providing targeted 1:1 and small-group support, differentiating learning, managing challenging behaviour, and working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to promote inclusion and independence.

Qualifications

• Experienced and confident working with SEND pupils (Year 5)
• Knowledgeable about ASD and ADHD in primary settings
• Able to manage challenging behaviour with a calm, patient approach
• Patient, calm and consistent support for pupils with additional needs
• Nurturing and supportive attitude towards children with SEND
• Able to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Flexible and adaptable in approach to differentiation and inclusion
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

Responsibilities

• Support pupils to access the Year 5 curriculum
• Adapt and differentiate learning as required
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support
• Support pupils with ASD and ADHD
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Promote inclusion, independence and confidence
• Collaborate with class teacher and SEND team

Skills

SEND experience

ASD knowledge

ADHD knowledge

Behaviour management

Patience & calm

Nurturing

Relationship building

Flexibility

Job description

Y5 SEND Teacher - Druid's Heath

Location: Druid's Heath
Year Group: Year 5
School Type: Mainstream Primary School
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing / Long-term

Are you a passionate and experienced SEND Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference?

We are currently seeking a dedicated Year 5 SEND Teacher to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Druid's Heath, starting ASAP on an ongoing basis.

The Year 5 class has a high level of additional needs and requires a second teacher to provide targeted, specialist support. There is already an experienced class teacher leading the class, so your role will be specifically focused on supporting pupils with additional needs and ensuring they are able to access learning and thrive in the classroom.

The pupils have a range of additional needs, including:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
ADHD
Challenging behaviour
Learning difficulties and additional learning needs
Social, emotional and communication needs

About the Role

You will work closely alongside the existing class teacher and wider school team to provide personalised support to pupils with SEND.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils to access the Year 5 curriculum
• Adapting and differentiating learning where required
• Providing targeted 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with ASD and ADHD
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Promoting inclusion, independence and confidence
• Working collaboratively with the class teacher and SEND team

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced and confident working with SEND pupils
• Knowledgeable about ASD and ADHD
• Confident managing challenging behaviour
• Patient, calm and consistent
• Nurturing and supportive
• Able to build strong relationships with children
• Flexible and adaptable in their approach
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

This is a fantastic opportunity for a SEND Teacher who wants to work in a mainstream setting while having a specific focus on supporting pupils with additional needs.

The position is available to start ASAP and is ongoing, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term role within a supportive school environment.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teacher looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.