SEN teacher - Benfleet, Essex

Are you a QTS-qualified educator with a talent for adapting the curriculum into engaging, accessible learning for students with SEN? Do you thrive on being the pivotal support who empowers children to build self-confidence, break through barriers, and reach their full potential? Are you seeking a school that champions your expertise and offers a truly collaborative, professional team culture? If you are the exceptional SEN teacher we are looking for, we invite you to apply.

Location: Benfleet, Essex

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent position

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Start Date: ASAP

Qualification: SEN experience, QTS

Randstad Education is seeking experienced and dedicated SEN Teachers for opportunities within schools. In this role, you will be responsible for cultivating a nurturing, secure, and stimulating environment where children with special educational needs can truly thrive. This is a permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the diverse learning needs of SEN students
• Develop, implement, and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for pupils, setting clear targets and monitoring progress
• Use a range of teaching strategies and resources to support students' learning and development
• Assess pupils' abilities and progress regularly, adapting teaching methods as necessary
• Collaborate with parents, carers, and external agencies (e.g., therapists, psychologists) to provide holistic support
• Manage classroom behaviour and promote positive social and emotional development
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on pupil progress for parents and senior management
• Participate in professional development to stay updated on SEN best practices and legislation

Preferred Skills:

• Managing behaviour of pupils whilst undertaking work to ensure a constructive environment
• Strong classroom management
• Motivated and enthusiastic demeanour
• Be an inspiring and engaging communicator
• Use imagination and innovation to enhance learning experience

Personal Attributes:

• Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style
• Have experience with SEN or knowledge of learning difficulties
• Experience up to key stage 3/4 QTS/PGCE equivalent

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time. All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles. If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now. I look forward to hearing from you soon!