English Teacher

At First Steps Together, we believe every child and young person deserves to feel safe, understood, included and able to succeed
.

We are a growing group of specialist independent schools providing nurturing, inclusive and aspirational education for children and young people with SEND and complex needs
.

We are looking for an experienced and committed Sensory Teacher to join our team at Kershaw Wood Manchester
, supporting pupils across Key Stages 1 and 2.

This is an opportunity for a teacher with knowledge and practical experience of sensory-led learning to create meaningful, highly personalised learning experiences for pupils whose needs mean that a traditional curriculum approach may not always be the right starting point.

You’ll use a Sensory Curriculum to develop pupils’ engagement, communication, cognition, regulation, physical development and independence, helping each child make meaningful progress from their individual starting point. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

You’ll take responsibility for planning, delivering and developing a purposeful and personalised Sensory Curriculum
, closely aligned with pupils’ individual needs, developmental priorities and EHCP outcomes
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You’ll design sensory learning experiences that encourage pupils to explore, engage, communicate and respond
, adapting the environment, resources, communication approaches and pace of learning around each individual pupil. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

Your classroom practice will use structured routines, repetition, anticipation, sensory cues and responsive interaction
, ensuring sensory experiences have clear learning intentions and build progressively over time. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

You’ll carefully observe and assess pupils from their individual starting points, recognising progress in areas such as engagement, communication, regulation, cognition and independence
. You’ll use this understanding to develop personalised learning targets, identify next steps and contribute to EHCP processes and Annual Reviews
. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

Communication will be embedded throughout the Sensory Curriculum, including visual communication and AAC where appropriate
. You’ll also work with pupils’ individual sensory profiles and regulation needs, using proactive regulation, co-regulation and positive behaviour support to help pupils feel safe and ready to learn. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

You’ll lead and deploy Teaching Assistants effectively
, modelling strong sensory teaching practice and ensuring approaches are used consistently. You’ll also work closely with families and specialist professionals, including Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy
, to embed agreed strategies into everyday learning. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

We’re looking for someone who understands that sensory learning is purposeful learning
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You’ll hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification and have experience teaching pupils with SEND and complex or profound learning needs
.

Importantly, you’ll bring knowledge and practical experience of delivering a Sensory Curriculum
, alongside a strong understanding of personalised teaching, curriculum adaptation and sensory-informed practice. JDPS SEND Sensory Teacher

You’ll understand how pupils’
sensory, communication and regulation needs influence their engagement with learning and be confident creating a calm, structured and sensory-aware classroom where pupils can participate and progress.

You’ll be creative, curious and responsive
, able to recognise subtle changes in engagement and use what you observe to adapt learning experiences and identify meaningful next steps.

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