Year 5 SEND additional class teacher - Druids Heath

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is assisting a mainstream primary school in Druid's Heath, Birmingham, to recruit a Year 5 SEND Teacher. ASAP start, ongoing long-term. The post focuses on pupils with additional needs, with experienced support from a dedicated class team.

You will deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group support, differentiate learning, and help pupils access the Year 5 curriculum while promoting inclusion and confidence across the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND pupils
• Knowledge of ASD/ADHD conditions
• Calm, patient and consistent approach

Responsibilities

• 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 relationships with pupils
• Promoting inclusion, independence and confidence
• Working with the class teacher and SEND team

Skills

SEND pupils

ASD awareness

ADHD awareness

Behaviour management

Patience

Relationship building

Flexibility

Nurturing

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.

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.