Primary SEND Teacher

Primary SEND Teacher

Location:

Kingston Upon Thames

Type:
Long term

Working Hours:

08:30 am – 16:00 pm.

Salary: M1 – UPS3

Do you have a passion for nurturing the potential of children with special educational needs? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Primary Special Needs Teacher to work across Key Stage 1 and 2, helping to create a supportive, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while advancing your teaching career in a dynamic and caring school community.

At the school, they are proud to be a vibrant and inclusive school that places the well‑being and development of our students at the heart of everything they do. Specialising in supporting children with a range of special educational needs, they are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can reach their full potential.

• Plan and Deliver Individualised Lessons:
  Design and implement creative, differentiated lesson plans tailored to the unique needs and abilities of each child.
• Foster Holistic Development:
  Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth, encouraging confidence and independence.
• Develop and Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs):
  Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to create and monitor IEPs for your students.
• Create a Positive Learning Environment:
  Establish an inclusive and structured classroom where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
• Assess and Monitor Progress:
  Regularly evaluate and document student achievements, adapting teaching strategies to ensure continuous progress.
• Work Collaboratively:
  Partner with teaching assistants, therapists, and other staff to provide comprehensive support for each student.
• Promote Inclusion:
  Champion a culture of acceptance and understanding across the school community.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience or a specialist qualification in SEN teaching (desirable).
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and how to adapt it to meet diverse learning needs.
• Expertise in working with children with a range of SEN, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), speech and language difficulties, and developmental delays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, families, and staff effectively.
• Creativity, patience, and resilience to meet the challenges and celebrate the achievements of SEN teaching.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies, sensory strategies, and alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECs) is advantageous.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

• Empathy and Patience:
  Understanding and responding to the unique challenges faced by SEN students.
• Adaptability:
  Tailoring teaching approaches to meet varied learning styles and needs.
• Innovative Thinking:
  Using creative techniques to inspire and engage students.
• Collaboration:
  
  Working closely with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support each child holistically.
• Dedication to Inclusion: A firm belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.