SEN English Teacher

Role: English Teacher
Area: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent, Fulltime
Age: Secondary
School type: Other independent special school

A highly reputable Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) School Group is seeking a dedicated and passionate English Teacher to join the permanent staff at their esteemed independent special school in Wisbech. This exciting opportunity is available from September 2024.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality English education to students with SEMH needs. This position requires a dynamic and adaptable individual who can create an engaging and supportive learning environment, fostering both academic and personal growth in students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English lessons tailored to the needs of SEMH students.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with other staff and specialists.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, independence, and self-confidence.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the school's ethos and objectives.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching English, preferably within an SEMH or special education setting.
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by SEMH students and strategies to support their learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude towards change and development.

Desirable Attributes:

• Additional qualifications or training related to SEMH or special education.
• Experience in developing and delivering personalized learning plans.
• Creativity in lesson planning and a passion for literature and language.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment within a well-respected SEMH school group.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

If you are a dedicated English Teacher with a passion for supporting SEMH students and are ready to take on a rewarding role in an independent special school, we would love to hear from you.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a highly supportive educational setting, where the focus is on nurturing and empowering students to achieve their full potential.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly with a CV and contact details, to become part of this exceptional team.

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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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