At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging lessons for pupils with Autism and complex communication needs.
- Company: Supportive and growing school in North London dedicated to special education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dedicated support, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a nurturing environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience with non-verbal pupils essential.
Location: Barnet, North London
Job Type: Full-time
Contract: Long-term / Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you an experienced SEN Teacher with a strong background supporting children and young people with Autism and complex communication needs? We are currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate SEN Teacher to join a specialist school setting in North London. The successful candidate will have proven experience working with autistic pupils who are non-verbal or have significant communication difficulties.
The Role:
- As an SEN Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with a range of special educational needs.
- You will work closely with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals to create a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual pupil needs.
- Support pupils with Autism and complex learning needs.
- Work confidently with non-verbal pupils and pupils with significant communication difficulties.
- Use appropriate communication strategies and visual supports to promote engagement and independence.
- Develop positive relationships with pupils and understand their individual needs and behaviours.
- Differentiating the curriculum to ensure all pupils can access learning.
- Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
- Work collaboratively with LSAs, teaching assistants, therapists and senior staff.
- Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual education plans and reviews.
- Promote a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Proven experience working with children or young people with Autism.
- Specific experience working with non-verbal pupils is essential.
- Experience supporting pupils with complex communication needs.
- A good understanding of Autism and associated learning needs.
- Experience using visual communication, PECS, symbols or other alternative communication methods would be advantageous.
- A patient, calm and nurturing approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Access to long-term and permanent opportunities.
- Opportunities to work within specialist SEN settings.
- A supportive and rewarding working environment.
- Excellent opportunity to develop your SEN teaching experience.
If you are an experienced SEN Teacher who has worked extensively with autistic and non-verbal pupils and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a member of our team will be in touch. All applicants will be subject to the necessary safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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