Location
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and skilled English Teacher to join a specialist SEN school located between Blackburn and Bolton, just off the M65 and easily accessible via the A666. This role is within a 40-minute commute from locations such as Accrington, Bury, Chorley, and Preston.
Benefits:
- Salary: £31,700 - £49,000 per annum (M1 - UPS3)
- Contract: Permanent, Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Life Assurance, Competitive Pension Scheme
- Health Cash Back Plan, High Street Discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme, Car Lease Scheme
- Fully Funded Training and Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage & Educate: Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons across a broad curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of SEN students.
- Lead & Inspire: Manage the day-to-day activities of your classroom, guiding Teaching Assistants and Higher-Level Teaching Assistants to excel in their roles.
- Monitor and ensure the well-being of students, collaborating with care, medical, and behavioural support teams as needed.
- Plan & Execute: Design and implement well-structured lessons that cater to a diverse range of abilities, ensuring all students can thrive.
- Collaborate & Contribute: Work closely with the Head Teacher and leadership team to uphold the school’s ethos and educational vision.
- Continuously assess and enhance teaching practices, setting benchmarks for student achievement and implementing necessary changes.
- Participate in the recruitment and induction of new staff, ensuring a positive and effective team environment.
- Build strong relationships with school staff, parents, carers, and external agencies to support the holistic development of each student.
Criteria:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
- Experience with KS3 and KS4 curriculum is desirable.
- Specialist Knowledge: Experience adapting curriculum for SEN students, particularly those with ASD and SEMH, is highly valued.
Join a Fantastic Team:
This organisation is committed to empowering young people to achieve their personal goals. Through high-quality teaching, individualised support, and expert-led integrated therapy, they create an environment where students with additional learning needs can thrive and succeed.
Compliance & Safeguarding:
Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and candidates must declare all convictions and cautions unless protected under DBS filtering rules. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Application Support:
Social Care & Education Jobs is your recruitment partner for this role. We will support you throughout the application process, answering any questions and assisting you up until your start date.
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