SEN Teacher - English - SEMH

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Job description

English Teacher - SEMH - Reigate

Are you a qualified English teacher with a passion for working with students who have social, emotional mental health needs? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

The School:

The school is based in Woking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour.

The school has a restorative approach to learning and behaviour management which incorporates therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech and language therapies where these are part of the young person's EHCP. The curriculum team works closely with therapists to ensure the correct physical and emotional support is available at all times.

It is an exciting time to join the school as they have recently moved to a brand new, state of the art building and they are making excellent progress under the newly appointed Headteacher.

English Teacher - What is involved?

* Managing your students' behaviour and learning during lessons and throughout the school day
* You will have class sizes of up to 6 pupils and will need to coordinate with your class LSAs to ensure that each individual pupil is being fully supported at all times
* Responsibility for delivering functional skills and GCSE lessons across entry level - level 2
* Mixed ability classes; the effective differentiation of your planning and delivery is essential
* Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students' individual needs
* Helping to build confidence and motivation
* Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team
* Maintaining progress records
* Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding

English Teacher - What is required?

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* An undergraduate degree in a relevant subject
* Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs that are associated with SEMH students
* A co-operative working style and a proactive approach to solving problems
* Good interpersonal and communication skill and a caring attitude

English Teacher - Summary:

* English Teacher - SEMH - Suitable for NQTs if you have additonal SEN training
* Salary of £26,948 - £38,174 + an SEN allowance - depending on experience
* Specialist school for SEMH students
* January 2022 start, or sooner for those that are available.