Full Time English Teacher for Secondary SEN in Lambeth

Job Advertisement: Full-Time English Teacher (SEN School – Lambeth)

Position: Full-Time English Teacher (SEN Specialism)
Location: Lambeth, London
Start Date: ASAP or September 2024
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (MPS/UPS + SEN allowance)

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate English Teacher to join a thriving Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Lambeth. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced English teacher with a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs, including autism (ASD), moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD), and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons tailored to students with SEN.

• Adapt the curriculum to meet individual EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) targets.

• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and the wider SEN team.

• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback to parents and carers.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with experience teaching English.

• Strong understanding of SEN teaching strategies (e.g., PECS, Makaton, TEACCH is desirable but not essential).

• Resilience, patience, and a nurturing approach to teaching.

• Experience in an SEN setting (ASD, MLD, SLD, or SEMH) is highly desirable.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Join?

• Supportive SLT and ongoing professional development.

• Small class sizes with specialist TA support.

• Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives.

• Competitive salary with SEN allowance.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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