Primary SEND Teacher

Job title:

Primary SEND Teacher

Company

Pink Tile Education

Job description

Job Title: Primary SEND Teacher
Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
Contract Type: Temporary to PermanentJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary SEND Teacher to join our supportive team. This role is ideal for an educator passionate about working with children who have a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The position starts on a temporary basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent contract for the right candidate.Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons: Tailored to meet the diverse abilities and needs of pupils, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Create an inclusive learning environment: Establish a safe and nurturing classroom atmosphere that encourages confidence, independence, and positive engagement.
• Adapt and implement EHCPs: Deliver personalized support based on pupils’ Education, Health, and Care Plans to ensure individual progress.
• Behavior management: Utilize therapeutic and restorative approaches to support pupils with varying needs and manage challenging behavior effectively.
• Collaborative working: Work closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, parents/carers, and external professionals to provide cohesive support for pupils.
• Assessment and monitoring: Regularly assess and track pupils’ progress, celebrating achievements and identifying areas for further development.
• Professional development: Engage in training opportunities to stay informed about the latest SEND strategies and best practices.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Essential for this role.
• Experience working with SEND pupils: In a primary school or specialist setting, addressing a range of needs and abilities.
• Strong communication skills: With the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.
• Empathy and adaptability: A patient, positive attitude to working in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
• Knowledge of SEND strategies: Familiarity with autism, ADHD, sensory processing needs, and communication challenges.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in a specialist school or working with a diverse range of SEND pupils.
• Training in Makaton, PECS, or other communication systems.
• Familiarity with sensory integration strategies and therapeutic interventions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary on the Main Pay Scale.
• A supportive and inclusive team committed to professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression and permanent employment.
• Regular access to CPD and SEND-specific training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on children’s lives.

Apply Today!If you are a compassionate, proactive, and dedicated individual with a passion for working with young people, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling role.Important Notice:For you to be successful in applying for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa.Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide details for us to complete reference checks prior to employment.
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools, and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time,” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers.We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application may have been unsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply for positions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missed calls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried to reach you.

Expected salary

Location

Crawley, West Sussex

Job date

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:00:15 GMT

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