SEN/Special Educational Needs Teacher
Location: Worksop
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate start or January 2025
Pay: £150-£200 per day
Job Summary:
• Are you a qualified teacher with experience working in SEN/Special Educational Needs?
• Are you looking for a new and rewarding teaching position supporting pupils aged from 7-19?
• Do you have strong classroom and behaviour management skills and can adapt your teaching methods to cater to a range of abilities?
Bookmark is currently recruiting for a Lead Teacher for an SEN setting in Worksop. This role involves teaching pupils aged 7-19 with various SEN needs, including ASD, ADHD, and challenging behaviour. A minimum of two years’ experience working with children or young people, as well as access to your own vehicle, is required.
If you are a qualified teacher looking to make a significant impact on young people’s education, we would love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver tailored lessons that meet the individual needs and abilities of students with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Collaborate with the school's SEND department and other professionals to create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Utilize a range of teaching strategies, resources, and assistive technologies to engage and support students in their learning.
• Adapt and differentiate instruction to accommodate different learning styles and abilities, providing additional support or challenges as needed.
• Employ effective behaviour management techniques and create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active participation and respect.
• Assess and track student progress through ongoing observation, formative assessments, and individualized targets, providing feedback and support for improvement.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents/guardians, other teachers, and support staff regarding student progress, achievements, and areas for development.
• Collaborate with external professionals, such as speech and language therapists or occupational therapists, to support students' specific needs.
• Keep accurate records of student progress, achievements, and any interventions or accommodations provided.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills in supporting students with special educational needs.
Requirements:
• Proven experience as a SEND Teacher, preferably in a similar role, with a strong understanding of various special educational needs and disabilities.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in SEND education.
• Ability to create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapt instructional strategies to meet individual needs.
• Familiarity with a range of teaching resources, assistive technologies, and interventions for supporting students with SEND.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Strong organizational skills to manage and document individual student progress, assessments, and interventions.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach to support students' social and emotional development.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work with a diverse range of students and their unique needs.
• Successful completion of background checks and any other necessary screening required by the recruitment agency and the school.
The Legal Bit
Protocol National Ltd, trading as Bookmark, is acting as an employment business for this position. If successful, Protocol requires evidence of your Right to Work in the UK and an enhanced DBS Certificate (if you do not already hold a certificate on the DBS Update Service). The position is subject to agreement to Terms and Conditions and a satisfactory application and reference process. Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to provide individual feedback. If we have not contacted you within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.