At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging lesson plans and support students with diverse needs in a dynamic learning environment.
- Company: Join a passionate team at a specialist college in beautiful Yeovil.
- Benefits: Enjoy free parking, pension, well-being programme, and competitive salary.
- Other info: Work in a supportive, multi-disciplinary team with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs.
- Qualifications: Must have QTS/QTLS and a passion for teaching and lifelong learning.
Part time position based in Yeovil, offering a salary of £28,000 - £38,000 (dependent on experience). Long-term teachers are working with a residential specialist setting in Yeovil, who are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, qualified teacher to join their team on a permanent basis. Commencing in September 2024, you will be employed directly through the college, where you can receive many employment perks, including free parking, pension, and a well-being programme!
About the college: The college is a 52-week residential specialist setting that provides care and education for students aged 16-25 with a diagnosis of autism, complex needs, associated learning difficulties, and behaviour of concern. Their curriculum has been devised to prepare students for adulthood and equip them with the skills and knowledge to achieve their personal best. This is delivered in a variety of settings, including within students’ homes and vocational placements both internally and externally. Students also take part in various outdoor activities such as animal therapy and activities based around nature throughout the college sites. The college is located in a beautiful, rural setting on the outskirts of Yeovil, spread across 3 sites with over 40 acres, including forest areas, small farm areas, and ample outdoor space.
About you: We are looking for teachers who share our vision. You must be passionate about the teaching profession and committed to fostering a passion for lifelong learning. Working as part of a committed team, we are looking for someone who can cater to the diverse needs of our students. Therefore, you need to be:
- Well organised and able to plan a structured learning environment
- Practical, creative, and inventive
- Enthusiastic and energetic
- Able to interact with people in a variety of ways
- Looking to develop expertise in special educational needs and Autism
- Dynamic and proactive
- A contributor to the college's multi-disciplinary team approach
- Able to manage complex behaviours
You must have QTS/QTLS.
Main Responsibilities:
- Create and follow high-quality and ambitious curriculum plans, from long-term curriculum overviews to individualised schemes of work
- Create high-quality session plans, demonstrating effective differentiation to meet diverse students' needs
- Act as a personal tutor to a small group of students, supporting them to achieve EHCP outcomes related to independent living skills, personal resilience, and engagement in learning
- Work as part of a skilled multi-disciplinary team, aiming to expand the horizons and improve the skills of young people
We deliver care and education with therapeutic approaches whilst incorporating opportunities for staff and students to experience the fun side of life. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience in coordinating or delivering post-16 PSHE, but other candidates with the relevant qualifications/experiences to the post will also be considered.
Working with Long Term Teachers: We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools. LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent, and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to, and valued throughout. Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set, and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates on your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles, as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you. We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.
SEN College Tutor in Yeovil employer: Long-term Teachers
Long-Term Teachers is an excellent employer for aspiring educators, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration with experienced professionals is encouraged. Located in Marlborough, Wiltshire, the agency provides ample opportunities for career growth and development, ensuring that you are valued and supported throughout your journey. With a focus on inspiring the next generation, you will play a crucial role in students' academic and emotional support while benefiting from comprehensive guidance and resources.
