SEND Teacher (Maternity Cover) job at Hounslow Full Time

Special Needs Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: Hounslow Borough

Type: Full-Time

Working Hours; 08:30 am – 16:00 pm.

Do you have a passion for nurturing the potential of children with special educational needs? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Teacher to work across Key Stage 1 and 2, helping to create a supportive, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while advancing your teaching career in a dynamic and caring school community.

The school is proud to be a vibrant and inclusive school that places the well-being and development of our students at the heart of everything we do. Specialising in supporting children with a range of special educational needs, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can reach their full potential.

Our team of skilled and compassionate professionals works collaboratively to deliver personalized learning experiences, celebrating every achievement and fostering confidence and independence in our students.

Key Responsibilities

As a Special Needs Teacher, you will:

Plan and Deliver Individualised Lessons: Design and implement creative, differentiated lesson plans tailored to the unique needs and abilities of each child.

Foster Holistic Development: Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth, encouraging confidence and independence.

Develop and Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs): Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to create and monitor IEPs for your students.

Create a Positive Learning Environment: Establish an inclusive and structured classroom where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.

Assess and Monitor Progress: Regularly evaluate and document student achievements, adapting teaching strategies to ensure continuous progress.

Work Collaboratively: Partner with teaching assistants, therapists, and other staff to provide comprehensive support for each student.

Promote Inclusion: Champion a culture of acceptance and understanding across the school community.

Qualifications and Skills Required

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience or a specialist qualification in SEN teaching (desirable).
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and how to adapt it to meet diverse learning needs.
• Expertise in working with children with a range of SEN, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), speech and language difficulties, and developmental delays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, families, and staff effectively.
• Creativity, patience, and resilience to meet the challenges and celebrate the achievements of SEN teaching.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies, sensory strategies, and alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECs) is advantageous.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

What Makes a Successful Primary Special Needs Teacher?

Empathy and Patience: Understanding and responding to the unique challenges faced by SEN students.

Adaptability: Tailoring teaching approaches to meet varied learning styles and needs.

Innovative Thinking: Using creative techniques to inspire and engage students.

Collaboration: Working closely with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support each child holistically.

Dedication to Inclusion: A firm belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Application Process

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Engage Education directly.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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