SEN Teacher
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Wigan, Greater Manchester |
| Area | Wigan, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Special Education - SEN Teacher |
| Salary | £160 - £220 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | TEACHWIGAN_1791801568 |
| Job Views | 3 |
- Description
SEN Teacher
Location: Wigan, Greater ManchesterContract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Job Overview
We are recruiting a passionate, dedicated and experienced SEN/ SEMH Teacher to join a specialist school in Wigan, supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
The school provides a structured, nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils who may require additional support with learning, communication, behaviour, emotional regulation and personal development.
The successful candidate will be committed to delivering engaging and differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs, encourage participation and help every pupil reach their potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who can build positive relationships, create a supportive classroom environment and make a meaningful difference to the educational progress, confidence and wellbeing of children and young people with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, creative and differentiated lessons to meet pupils' individual learning needs.
- Adapt teaching methods, resources and activities to support pupils with a range of abilities and additional needs.
- Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment that promotes positive learning and participation.
- Build strong and trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, confidence and progress.
- Use effective classroom and behaviour management strategies to maintain a calm and purposeful learning environment.
- Support pupils with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, SEMH and communication difficulties where applicable.
- Promote pupils' academic, social, emotional, communication and independent living skills.
- Plan learning activities that reflect individual targets and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes where applicable.
- Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches to support continued development.
- Provide appropriate challenge and individual support to help pupils achieve their potential.
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists, pastoral staff and other professionals.
- Contribute to individual education plans, curriculum development and pupil assessments.
- Encourage positive behaviour, resilience, independence and emotional wellbeing.
- Maintain high expectations for pupil engagement, behaviour and achievement.
- Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and school policies at all times.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is essential.
- Experience teaching children or young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
- Experience within a specialist SEN, SEND, SEMH or alternative provision setting is highly desirable.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Ability to differentiate lessons and adapt teaching to meet a range of learning needs.
- A creative, flexible and engaging approach to teaching and learning.
- A patient, calm and consistent approach when supporting pupils with additional needs.
- Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
- A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.
- Understanding of safeguarding and the importance of promoting pupil wellbeing.
- Enhanced DBS check, including the children's barred list where applicable, or willingness to obtain one.
What's on Offer
- Competitive dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunity to develop specialist SEN teaching experience.
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to pupils' learning, confidence and independence.
- The opportunity to support children and young people with additional learning, communication and behavioural needs.
- A positive school environment where pupils are encouraged to develop and achieve their individual potential.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
