What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications & Experience
q Qualified teacher with a strong background in working with pupils with SEN
q Additional Qualification in SEN
q Experience / training in working with pupils
q Successful experience of working with other specialisms and agencies
Knowledge
q Knowledge of current methodology in the education of pupils with SEN
q Awareness of the role and importance of multi-professional working arrangements
q Ability to work as part of a team and manage the deployment of other adults
q Ability to work effectively as part of a team and plan jointly
q Commitment to undertaking a detailed induction programme and additional training relevant to the post
q Firm understanding of the subject in relation to pupils with SEN
q Ability to compose clear written reports
q Ability to support on teaching and learning, curriculum developments and training across the school
q Able to construct an individualised curriculum / timetable for specific pupils
q Ability to form constructive relationships with parents
Work-related Personal Qualities
q Flexible and adaptable
q Confident in a variety of situations
q Able to work independently and as part of a team
q Effective communicator
q Commitment to supporting the work of the consultancy service and training offered to parents and agencies beyond the school
Other Work-related Requirements
q Suitability to work with Children
q DBS Check
q Patient and resilient
q Willing to attend evening meetings as required, training, including intervention training, and implement actions
q Able to manage the physical aspects of working with children with SEN
What the school offers its staff
As a school we offer all our staff a generous local authority pension scheme, free parking, free tea and coffee, £50 uniform allowance to purchase specific Brookfields Uniform and Mental Health Support through a package called Spectrum. We also have excellent learning opportunities with superb on the job training.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider