DescriptionSalary: 31,443 to 36,146 per annum (depending on experience and qualificationsDo you have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)? Are you an outstanding KS3/4school teacher? Do you have experience of SEND? Would you like to significantly improve your work/life balance?If the answer to the above questions is yes and you are looking for career progression, why not submit an application for the position of teacher at Esland Shropshire School today?Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career!Esland are driven to changing childrens lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services.The position is based at our SEN School in Ditton Priors, near Bridgnorth.This is a new school and is our fourth Esland school. Esland schools currently support a number of vulnerable young people aged 8-18 years with SEMH.This is a new school and is our fourth Esland school. Esland schools currently support a number of vulnerable young people aged 8-18 years with SEMH.Key Responsibilities for a SEN TeacherTo ensure safeguarding of all young people underpins every decision madeTo plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons, demonstrating outstanding teaching and learningTo contribute to our culture of continual improvement and high standards in teaching through coaching, team-teaching, and demonstrating excellenceTo ensure effective pastoral care of all children in the school includingbehaviour management, child protection and safeguarding.To ensure high standards of teaching and learning across several curriculum subjectsTo identify strategies to overcome individual pupils barriers to learningTo carry out duties as identified in the Teacher StandardsTo meet all Teacher StandardsTo contribute to the Annual Review of EHCPsTo write and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)To attend PEP reviews, if necessary, and complete PEP documentation prior to and/or following a review, ensuring that targets are achieved and that the pupils voice is heardWhilst this job description gives a reasonable overview of the post, it is not exhaustive, and the post holder will be expected to behave in a flexible manner and take on any other duties that may be reasonably delegated from time to time.Essential Requirements for a SEN TeacherQualification and ExperienceQualified Teacher StatusDegree qualification or equivalentAn excellent teacherExperience as a KS2/KS3/KS4 teacherThe ability to teach across a range of curriculum subjects, including English, Maths and ScienceSkills, Knowledge and AbilitiesExpert understanding of innovative pedagogyExperience of assessment without levels including tracking pupil progressKnowledge and understanding of statutory assessment arrangements at KS4Knowledge and understanding of effective strategies to manage the behaviour of pupilsExcellent knowledge of inclusion including SEMH, EAL, bilingual learners, minority ethnicachievement and equality (race, disability, and gender)Excellent understanding of safeguarding especially the safety and welfare of vulnerable anddisadvantaged pupilsExpert knowledge of strategies for closing the gapThe ability and willingness to teach a range of subjectsAn understanding of a range of SEND needs, including SEMHContribution to the educational and social development of each young personThe ability to form effective relationships with young people, their families (if appropriate) and external agenciesTo ensure that young peoples views and wishes are sought and acted upon where appropriateEnsure that appropriate resources and environment exist for individual pupils referred to the service, and that opportunity for inclusion are available to all our studentsTo liaise with other teachers and teaching assistants in the team to ensure effective deployment of resourcesPersonal qualitiesAbility to set high standards and act as a positive role modelHas self-belief, senses opportunities, and takes the initiative in moving things forward in a positive wayCommunicates effectively both orally and in writing with pupils and adultsApproachable, caring and kindAbility to work under pressure, has a sense of humour and appropriate work/life balanceEstablishes and maintains constructive and open relationships with parents/carers, staff and the local communityPossesses a strong set of values and beliefs and shows awareness of how these fit in with the values of the school.Is committed to continued self-professional development and is always trying to find ways to improve and be the best they can beDesirableDegree/qualification in psychologyHigher degree or equivalentSuccessful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices.All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.What we can offer a SEN Teacher:Commitment to continued professional developmentA supportive, inclusive working environmentA competitive salaryEnrolment into Esland pension schemeComprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the roleFantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 50 colleagues last yearCycle to work schemeA 500 bonus via our ''Refer a Friend schemeMonthly recognition awardsAccess to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-TogetherThe opportunity to make a real difference to a child''s life!About EslandWith over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 65 residential childrens and assessment homes, and five schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England.This also includes our Esland online school accessible to children throughout the UK which helps to deliver education to children missing education by utilising our specialised Turning the Curve education programme.With over 700 team members and over 200 young people supported we strive to help our children achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.
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SEN Teacher