SEN Teacher

Position: Teacher
Location: Liverpool
School Cluster: Alternative Provision (AP) Schools
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time / Temp to Perm

About them:

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? Do you have the resilience, compassion, and commitment needed to support students who have struggled in mainstream education?

A cluster of Alternative Provision (AP) schools spread across the Wirral area, dedicated to providing tailored education to students who have faced challenges in traditional school settings are looking for a teacher for one of their sites. Their mission is to help these young people overcome barriers to learning, enabling them to reintegrate into mainstream education or progress into a sustained Post 16 pathway.

The Role:

As a Teacher in an AP school, you will play a vital role in shaping the futures of the students. You will be responsible for delivering a broad and balanced curriculum to small classes, providing a supportive and nurturing environment that encourages each student to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach a range of subjects to small groups, adapting lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.
• Student Support: Work closely with students to identify and break down barriers to learning, fostering a positive attitude towards education.
• Progress Monitoring: Track student progress and work collaboratively with colleagues to develop strategies for improvement.
• Parental and Multi-Agency Engagement: Maintain strong communication with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
• Reintegration and Transition: Support students in their transition back to mainstream school or into further education, training, or employment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Resilience: You thrive in challenging environments and can maintain a calm, positive attitude under pressure.
• Compassion: You genuinely care about the well-being and future of each student, and are committed to providing the support they need to succeed.
• Experience: Previous experience in an AP setting or with students who have faced educational challenges is desirable, but not essential.
• Adaptability: You can tailor your teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students and are flexible in your approach.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.

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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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