English Teacher – SEN School (Autism & SEMH) Location:
Stockport Salary:
Dependent on Experience Contract:
Full-time, Permanent
We are looking for a passionate and committed
English Teacher
to join a growing specialist school supporting students aged 11-16 with
Autism and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs . This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a recently opened provision offering excellent development pathways and a supportive, values driven environment.
About the Role
As an English Teacher within an SEN setting, you will play a key role in delivering high quality, engaging lessons that support both academic progress and emotional development. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to create a nurturing, structured and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. You will be teaching students up to GCSE level.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver creative, differentiated English lessons across reading, writing, speaking and listening Teach literature and language in a way that inspires confidence and enjoyment Adapt resources and teaching strategies to meet a wide range of SEN needs Integrate social and emotional learning into daily teaching Provide targeted 1:1 or small group interventions where required Develop and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support plans Use trauma informed, positive behaviour management approaches Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, parents and external agencies Track, assess and record student progress using a range of tools and observations Contribute to whole school development, CPD and team meetings What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Psychology, Special Education or related field Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
or equivalent Experience working with students with SEN, Autism or SEMH needs Experience of teaching up to GCSE level Strong understanding of trauma informed practice and behaviour support Excellent communication, empathy and relationship building skills Resilience, patience and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners Benefits
Company pension Private medical insurance Health & wellbeing programme Employee mentoring programme Free or discounted meals Staff discounts Free on site parking Company events Referral programme
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English Teacher in Manchester employer: Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd
Join our SEMH school in Berkeley, where we prioritise a nurturing and aspirational environment for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values your contributions, offers a competitive salary with a welcome bonus, and provides opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact in students' lives.
Contact Details:
Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
