SEND Teacher in Sittingbourne

Polaris Education - ISP School Teynham is an independent specialist provision serving children and young people (CYP) in Kent and Medway who live with their families, foster parents, or in residential children's homes. Our school supports CYP with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We provide high-quality education, adopting a holistic and tailored approach, complemented by a range of support services, for each and every one of our children.

We are looking for an inspirational qualified teacher with SEN and KS4 experience, preferably with the passion/ability to teach English. ISP schools pride themselves on employing people who are passionate, dedicated and innovative when it comes to delivering the National Curriculum. Our holistic, therapeutic approach promotes positive relationships, self-discipline, self-esteem, and resilience, enabling children to make excellent progress in line with their learning needs and individual starting points. ECT's need not apply.

We have high expectations of our children and adapt and build the curriculum around them. The school follows a primary approach so teachers should be prepared across the curriculum and key stages. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established company working with vulnerable children with a wide range of behavioural and emotional needs. Our team are welcoming, supportive and collaborative.

Role responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging, and adaptive lessons that meet the needs of all.
• Understand and implement curriculum development effectively, ensuring that learning is meaningful and accessible.
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management strategies to create a calm and structured learning environment.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children to support their social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively within a small and dedicated team, sharing expertise and supporting each other.
• Adapt teaching styles and methods to meet the varied needs of the children, ensuring inclusive and personalised learning experiences.

Requirements

• A qualified SEN Teacher (QTS essential) with a varied experience teaching across the key stages.
• Previous SEN teaching experience of extremely vulnerable children at KS4.
• English specialism or an ability to teach English preferable.
• Ability to teach an additional secondary subject desirable.
• A proactive and flexible approach to teaching, with the ability to differentiate learning to support individual needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills with a nurturing and empathetic approach.
• A team player who is eager to collaborate and contribute to a supportive school culture.
• A passion for creative arts is highly desirable, bringing inspiration and engagement to the curriculum.

What we offer

• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision.
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP School Teynham. ISP School Teynham is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP School Teynham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.