Job Type: Full time
Job Location: Benfleet
School Setting: Special School
Contract Type: Permanent
REF: SENDIRECT/191633
Rate: £27,000-£48,000 per annum
Hours: 8:30-15:30
Start Date: January 2025
We are seeking an enthusiastic SEND Teacher to join a dedicated team in Benfleet at a Special School. This is a full-time position with a permanent contract, offering a fantastic opportunity to work with students who have a range of complex needs, including autism and communication challenges.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering personalised learning to small class sizes, ensuring each student receives the individual attention they require to reach their full potential. Whether you are an experienced SEND teacher or looking to broaden your experience, this role provides excellent opportunities for professional development in a supportive and collaborative environment.
The school values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning, ensuring that every teacher is given the tools they need to succeed. This is a great chance to make a lasting impact in a school that truly makes a difference in its students’ lives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver tailored lessons to meet the needs of SEND students.
* Collaborate with support staff to create a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
* Support students with learning difficulties, including autism and other developmental disorders.
* Monitor and track student progress, adapting your teaching strategies as needed.
* Work closely with parents, carers, and external professionals to provide holistic support.
* Maintain a structured, nurturing classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
* Contribute to school-wide initiatives to promote student achievement and well-being.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Experience teaching SEND students is desirable but not essential.
* Strong understanding of SEND teaching strategies.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, and parents.
* A relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS).
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
About SENDirect:
At SENDirect, we specialise in connecting outstanding educators with schools across the UK. Our focus is on supporting schools with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that students receive the best possible care and education. We take pride in matching schools with passionate professionals who are committed to making a difference.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo comprehensive vetting checks in accordance with our Safeguarding, Recruitment, and Vetting Policy.
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