At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and support a small group of Year 11 students with additional needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: A supportive secondary school in Newham, East London, focused on SEN education.
- Benefits: Collaborative team, professional development opportunities, and a rewarding teaching experience.
- Other info: Immediate start available; work alongside specialist colleagues for support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by helping them learn at their own pace.
- Qualifications: Strong SEN teaching experience and a nurturing, adaptable approach.
The predicted salary is between 28568 - 34916 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and nurturing SEN Teacher to join a secondary school in Newham, London, supporting a small group of approximately 8 Year 11 students with additional needs. The students do not follow the mainstream curriculum and instead access a highly adapted, personalised programme within a nurturing, primary-style learning environment. Although they are aged 15, many students are working significantly below age-related expectations, with some accessing learning at a primary level.
The successful teacher will be responsible for delivering core subjects through a highly differentiated and individualised approach, adapting learning to meet the students' developmental stages, abilities and specific needs.
The Role
- Teaching a small group of approximately 8 Year 11 students
- Working within a specialist SEN/nurture provision
- Delivering core subjects through a highly adapted and personalised curriculum
- Supporting students working significantly below age-related expectations
- Creating a calm, nurturing and supportive learning environment
- Working closely with specialist support staff and colleagues
- Planning and adapting lessons to meet a wide range of individual needs
- Supporting students' academic, social and emotional development
The Ideal Candidate
- Strong SEN teaching experience
- Experience working with students with complex or additional needs
- A nurturing, patient and adaptable approach
- Experience differentiating and personalising the curriculum
- The ability to engage students working significantly below age-related expectations
- A genuine passion for helping young people make progress at their own pace
Primary-trained teachers with strong SEN experience may be particularly well suited to this role, given the primary-style approach and level of curriculum adaptation required. The successful candidate will be supported by other specialist colleagues, so this is not a standalone role.
Due to the urgent nature of the vacancy, the school is ideally looking to arrange trial days early next week, with the current teacher due to commence maternity leave imminently. The successful candidates will be subject to a variety of checks including eligibility to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS disclosure and full references including one from your most recent employer. Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Sen Teacher in London employer: Strategy Education
Strategy Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of students. With a focus on professional development, you will have opportunities to progress into teaching or pastoral roles, all while enjoying a balanced term-time schedule in the vibrant area of Kensington. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters growth.
