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<p><strong>SEN Teacher - Specialist School</strong></p> <p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate SEN Teacher to join a forward-thinking specialist school.</p> <p>This specialist provision caters for pupils aged 2-19 with complex needs, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and a range of additional needs. </p> <p>The school is fully inclusive and committed to providing high-quality, personalised education that enables every pupil to thrive.</p> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p>The successful candidate will:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Plan and deliver highly individualised, engaging and meaningful lessons tailored to pupils' cognitive, communication and sensory profiles</p> </li><li> <p>Teach and support learners working at early developmental levels</p> </li><li> <p>Work collaboratively with therapists and multi-disciplinary professionals to embed therapeutic approaches into daily teaching</p> </li><li> <p>Utilise Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, including:</p> <ul> <li> <p>High-tech communication devices and apps</p> </li><li> <p>Low-tech systems such as PECS, Sign-Along and visual supports</p> </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Build strong, positive relationships with families and contribute effectively to home-school communication</p> </li><li> <p>Play an active role in Annual Reviews and contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes</p> </li><li> <p>Take responsibility for the progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate and lead a team of SEN Teaching Assistants</p> </li><li> <p>Deliver creative, pupil-focused lessons in line with the agreed curriculum timetable</p> </li><li> <p>Promote the safety, wellbeing and holistic development of all pupils</p> </li></ul> <p>Pupils are supported to achieve a range of appropriate qualifications and develop into confident, articulate and ambitious young adults who are encouraged to be curious and independent learners.</p> <p><strong>The Ideal Candidate Will Have:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>QTS or QTLS (essential)</p> </li><li> <p>Proven experience working with pupils with SEN, complex needs, SLD or PMLD</p> </li><li> <p>Experience within a Primary, Secondary or Post-16 setting</p> </li><li> <p>The ability to deliver high-quality teaching within a multi-disciplinary classroom team</p> </li><li> <p>Experience leading within a subject area and driving exceptional pupil progress</p> </li><li> <p>High expectations and ambition for all learners</p> </li><li> <p>A calm, resilient and positive demeanour, with the ability to maintain humour under pressure</p> </li><li> <p>A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities</p> </li><li> <p>A genuine passion for special education and commitment to professional development</p> </li></ul> <p><strong>What the School Offers:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>A committed, enthusiastic and supportive staff team and governing body</p> </li><li> <p>High-quality professional development opportunities</p> </li><li> <p>The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to school development and culture</p> </li><li> <p>A purposeful, happy and nurturing environment where learning is at the heart of everything</p> </li></ul> <p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.</p>

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