At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging English lessons tailored for students with Autism Spectrum Condition.
- Company: Reeson Education, committed to inclusivity and high standards.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time permanent role, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to creating an inclusive learning environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while fostering their independence and confidence.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience with KS3 and Autism Spectrum Condition.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 40000 £ per year.
The KS3 Subject Specialist Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality, autism-informed teaching in English Language/Literature to pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs. The post holder will adapt the KS3 curriculum to meet the individual needs of pupils in a small-class specialist setting, ensuring learning is accessible, meaningful, and ambitious while supporting pupil communication, emotional regulation, independence, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality, adapted lessons.
- Adapt the KS3 curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with ASC and associated needs.
- Use autism-specific and evidence-based approaches.
Pupil Development and Wellbeing
- Support pupils' communication and interaction, emotional regulation, and behaviour.
- Promote independence and self-confidence.
- Encourage engagement in learning and school life.
- Implement positive behaviour and regulation strategies in line with the school's autism-informed approach.
- Maintain high expectations for both learning and behaviour.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience of teaching pupils in KS3
- Substantial experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ideally in a specialist or SEND setting
- Strong understanding of Autism and associated needs (e.g. sensory processing, anxiety, communication differences)
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working in a specialist SEN or autism provision
- Experience adapting a subject curriculum for pupils working significantly below age-related expectations
- Additional SEND or autism-specific training
- Experience working with non-speaking or minimally speaking pupils
- Experience contributing to subject leadership or curriculum development
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
SEN English Teacher in Bolton employer: TipTopJob
Reeson Education is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for educators passionate about making a difference in the lives of pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition. With a strong emphasis on professional development, our team enjoys access to tailored training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values innovation in teaching. Located in a vibrant community, we offer competitive salaries and a commitment to employee wellbeing, ensuring that our staff can thrive both personally and professionally.
