SEN Teacher - The Job
1. We are looking for a teacher for a KS1 or KS2 class for a Primary SEN school in Hounslow.
2. This Hounslow SEN school offers excellent resources and facilities and has a fantastic reputation amongst staff and parents.
3. They are flexible on either an immediate of January start and they provide a comprehensive induction for new staff.
4. The Senior Leadership are well established, responsive to the needs and demands of the job and have a positive relationship with the wider staff team.
5. The school is OfSTED Good and has been inspected in the last 18 months
6. The school have indicated that they can offer MPS-UPS salaries + SEN point based on experience (Outer London - Hounslow Borough)
SEN Teacher - The Class
7. The children have sensory needs, are mainly non-verbal and can show challenging behaviours.
8. The children are working at what were the P levels, below the old National Curriculum Level 1.
9. Many of the pupils are not yet verbal and use a range of communication supports (PECS/Makaton).
10. The class is supported by 3 experienced and highly regarded Teaching Assistants who bring good energy, dedication, positivity and excellent knowledge of the students.
SEN Teacher - Role and Responsibilities
11. The role would involve planning, leading the class, completing reports etc. as well as managing the three other TA staff.
12. The hours are 8.30- 3.45 with a 15 minute morning break and 45 minute lunch break for teachers.
13. There is a teacher's meeting every Monday until 4.30pm
SEN Teacher - The Applicant
14. We are looking for a qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS/Overseas Trained)
15. We are looking for someone who has experience working in an SLD school.
16. We are looking for someone who either lives in or can commute to the Hounslow area
17. We are looking for creative, fun, engaging lessons that give children different opportunities.
18. You need to be proactive and able to get to know the children so they can see them as children first and foremost and best meet their needs.
19. You need to encourage pupils to be as independent as possible in all their learning and to teach them in an age appropriate way even though academically they are working at a younger level .
20. You need to be willing to support the children positively in all situations and to be able to support children with medical needs, sensory needs and challenging behaviour.
21. You need to be calm, able to work well in a team and communicate well with adults and children.
SEN Teacher - The Benefits
22. Competitive Pay
23. Good transport links and ample parking available
24. Well funded CPD and induction training
25. Clearly defined and realistic opportunities for career progression
26. Well organised, realistic and approachable SLT
27. Strong in class support team
28. Pleasant, modern, well organised and resourced purpose built school
29. Supportive, positive parents and PTA