SEN Teacher

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist education setting for a Temp-to-Perm Teacher to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated teacher who understands the needs of young people with autism, including those with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and is committed to achieving positive outcomes for every learner.

About the Setting

This is a 52-week residential special school providing high-quality care and education for young people aged 11–19 with autism or related social communication needs. Many students have complex profiles, associated learning difficulties and behaviours that can challenge.

The school benefits from an experienced on-site therapy team who work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure students can fully access the curriculum.

Situated in a beautiful national park location close to the coast, the school makes excellent use of its surroundings. Students regularly engage in off-site learning opportunities with external partners, enhancing their educational experience and real-world skills.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering a broad and engaging curriculum to a mixed Key Stage 3 and 4 class of six students. Each student is supported on a one-to-one basis throughout the school day, allowing for highly personalised learning experiences.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Highly organised and able to create a structured, purposeful learning environment
• Practical, creative and innovative in their teaching approach
• Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated
• Skilled at building positive relationships in a variety of contexts
• Keen to develop their expertise in Special Educational Needs and Autism
• Dynamic, proactive and solution-focused
• Comfortable working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Confident in managing complex and challenging behaviours

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering and adapting schemes of work
• Creating medium-term plans and detailed lesson plans
• Teaching across the curriculum to a small class group
• Supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in both academic learning and personal development
• Contributing to curriculum development in line with your skills and experience

Our Core Aims for Students

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting and supporting students to:

• Develop greater independence in school and daily living skills
• Improve communication skills, including the effective use of assistive technology
• Build resilience as learners and as individuals navigating the wider world
• Strengthen self-regulation, autonomy and emotional understanding
• Explore their interests, discover their potential and develop new skills for the future

Package

• Salary up to £39,600 per annum (dependent on experience)
• 37 hours per week
• Term time only
• Temp to perm opportunity

If you are passionate about specialist education and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young autistic people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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