SEN Class Teacher – MLD

Location: Childerditch

Location:

Thurrock, Essex
Role:  SEN Class Teacher
Setting:  Specialist ASD / SEN
Age Range:  Secondary

Contract:

Full-time
Start:  ASAP

Ribbons & Reeves are working with a specialist  SEN setting in Thurrock  seeking a dedicated  Primary-trained Teacher  to join their secondary provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Primary Teacher who is looking to move into  specialist education , working with pupils with  Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)  and a range of associated additional needs.

The Role You will teach a small secondary-aged class, using your  Primary teaching experience  to deliver engaging and accessible learning across a broad curriculum.

The school takes a highly individualised approach to education, adapting lessons around pupils' abilities, communication styles and interests. You will be expected to maintain  high expectations while making learning accessible and meaningful .
The role is particularly suited to a Primary Teacher who enjoys working across subjects rather than being restricted to a single secondary specialism.

Alongside academic progress, you will support pupils to develop  communication, independence, confidence and social skills , helping them prepare for their next stage of education and adulthood.

The Pupils The school supports pupils with  ASD and additional learning needs , with some pupils experiencing anxiety, communication difficulties and barriers to traditional classroom learning.

Strong relationships are central to the role. You'll need to be patient, consistent and able to understand individual behaviour and communication, while providing the structure and boundaries pupils need to succeed.

We're Looking For   QTS  with a Primary teaching background
Experience teaching across the Primary curriculum
A genuine interest in working with  ASD / SEN pupils
Strong differentiation and classroom management skills
A calm, patient and consistent approach
Someone confident teaching across multiple subjects
An understanding of how to adapt learning for pupils with additional needs
Strong relationship-building skills
SEN experience is desirable but not essential  for the right Primary Teacher
This role would suit a  Primary Teacher looking to make the move into secondary specialist education , particularly someone who enjoys teaching a broad curriculum and wants to develop their expertise working with pupils with ASD.