English Teacher - SEN in East Grinstead

We are seeking an empathetic, adaptable SEN English Teacher to deliver engaging literacy lessons in a nurturing special needs environment. You will tailor core skills, adapt learning for secondary pupils (including Year 10) operating below age expectations, and build student confidence.

Hours & Schedule

Full-time, term-time only with 6 INSET days. Standard hours are 8:45-16:00 (Mon, Tue, Thu), 8:45-16:30 (Wed), and 8:45-15:30 (Fri), with occasional additional hours when required.

Essential Requirements

Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) specialising in English up to GCSE and Functional Skills. Requires proven experience with secondary SEN learners, knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice, and digital literacy skills.

Key Logistics

Applicants must have permanent right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available) and pass an Enhanced DBS check. Personal transport is required due to the school's remote location.

Perks

Benefits include term-time scheduling and specialist MAYBO training in conflict management and personal safety.

Experience

Teaching

Skills

• ability to track progression in attainment
• background in youth work
• behaviour management
• building relationships
• classroom management
• communication
• de-escalation techniques
• empathy
• experience in administering medication
• experience in managing challenging behaviour
• experience with autism spectrum disorders
• experience with learning difficulties
• experience with social emotional mental health
• inclusiveness
• manual handling
• marking
• mentor experience
• personal care experience
• planning
• resilience
• restraint training
• speech and language therapy experience

Qualifications

• BA Hons (QTS)
• BEd
• BSc Hons (QTS)
• PGCE
• PGCE
• QTLS
• QTS
• Schools direct
• SCITT

Education

• high school
• college
• university