SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher 

Specialist Independent School

Location: Royston, United Kingdom

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and skilled SEN Teacher to join an IQM-awarded, NAS-accredited specialist day school. The school provides a highly personalized learning environment for students aged 6 to 19 with complex needs, including PMLD, MLD, SLD, Autism, ADHD, and sensory or physical impairments.

Our facility boasts exceptional inclusive resources, including a Hydrotherapy pool and expansive outdoor learning spaces. You will work alongside a full internal therapeutic team to deliver a child-centred curriculum that helps students manage anxiety and sensory challenges while preparing them for adult life.

• Salary: £32,916 - £49,232 (M1-UPS2)

• Welcome Bonus: £5,000 Welcome Bonus offered to the successful candidate.

• Contract: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week).

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver high-quality, individualized learning sessions designed to challenge and stretch learners with complex needs.

• Environment Management: Create an engaging, supportive, and sensory-aware classroom environment.

• Collaborative Practice: Work closely with class leaders, therapists, and multi-disciplinary professionals to ensure a holistic approach to education.

• Leadership: Effectively lead and manage classroom support staff to ensure seamless delivery of the curriculum.

• Assessment: Engage in detailed assessments and report on student progress, maintaining high standards of recording and evidence.

• Holistic Care: Potential involvement in physical intervention and personal care routines, ensuring student dignity and safety at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications: PGCE, QTS, or an equivalent teaching qualification with evidence of ongoing professional development is essential.

• Standards: A solid understanding of the National Teacher Standards and expectations.

• SEN Knowledge: Experience or a strong knowledge of Special Educational Needs, particularly sensory-led curriculums.

• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a dedicated specialist team.

• Leadership: Ability to guide, support, and lead other adults within the classroom setting.

Benefits and Growth

• Career Progression: Exceptional opportunities for career growth and professional development for candidates showing leadership potential.

• Specialist Environment: Work within a growth-oriented school with state-of-the-art facilities.

• NAS Accredited: Join a team recognized for excellence in specialist education and autism support.