Special Education Teacher in Bolton

The Birtenshaw Group are looking to appoint a number of experienced SEN Teachers to work within our purpose built, state of art school situated in Bromley Cross, Bolton. The physical environment is of vital consideration when setting the climate for learning. The school building is airy and spacious and provides a calm and safe environment in which pupils can thrive. Adopting a “Total Communication” approach means that we view all behaviour as communication, assessing the function of the behaviour and supporting pupils to communicate more effectively, leading to lower anxiety and improved relationships.

The extensive facilities include:

• a sensory soft play room
• multi-sensory room with immersive technology
• sensory integration room
• rebound therapy room
• a 20 metre hydrotherapy pool with multi-sensory sound and light system
• a courtyard garden

Class sizes are small, on average 8 to 10 pupils. Each class is led by a suitably qualified teacher with experience of meeting the complex needs of pupils, who is supported by a dedicated team of staff in order to maintain routines and consistent approaches.

About the Role

The main duties / responsibilities will include:

• To maintain an up-to-date understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) principles, definitions and basic practice.
• To effectively co-ordinate the work across the school in at least one given subject or key skill area as agreed with the Head Teacher.
• To communicate and consult with parents/carers and other appropriate people, preparing reports for and participating in child focused meetings, as required.
• To recognise, value and raise the achievement of children.
• To use effective teaching strategies and lesson structures to deliver the curriculum.
• To promote social and emotional development, positive behaviour and, where appropriate to the age group taught, to prepare for adulthood.

What we offer

• SEN Allowance of £2787 per annum in addition to salary in line with national teachers pay scales
• Free parking
• Teacher Pension Scheme
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Sick pay
• Training Opportunities – we have an extensive range of training available delivered by experienced practitioners.
• Salary Protection Scheme in the event of longer-term absence from work due to illness or injury
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24‑hour advice line offering support on a range of life and work, money and family issues and 24 hour medical support including online GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support and counselling
• Staff recognition schemes such as employee of the month and long service awards.
• Staff Council – Gives a voice to staff members to suggest and implement change.
• 12 weeks leave per year

All employees are required to commit to implementing Birtenshaw Group policies and procedures to ensure the health, safety and general welfare of children and adults. The Birtenshaw Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users and expects all employees to share and uphold this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, this means that any potential employee is still required to disclose what would normally be considered a “spent” conviction. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in confidence and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed via the DBS website. All offers of employment are made subject to safeguarding / pre-employment checks including satisfactory references, pre-employment medical, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.