Primary Trained KS2 Teacher – SEND School, Wirral

Job Description

The SEND school provides a creative and individualised approach to learning for children from Year 3 up to Year 7.

Specialising in providing a unique educational journey for children with complex needs due to encountering adverse childhood experiences utilising a therapeutic approach.

We are searching for a dedicated teacher, to complement our staff team and become part of our school and to help build on our values and vision for both the young people and the team.

We are now recruiting a passionate Teacher to join our team and we will consider ECT or qualified Teachers, depending on experience.

Our Teachers will

• deliver lessons across the curriculum and supporting the needs of the school on a day to day basis.
• create and apply specific teaching techniques and produce activities that are specific to each student’s abilities and needs.
• plan schemes of work and carry out assessments to evidence pupil progress over time.
• set out measurable and specific goals for the child to attain, based on the information that they get from the parents and other professionals.
• Work with children 1:1 or delivering sessions with small groups of students.
• monitor the welfare of pupils and adhere to all safeguarding procedures promoted by the school.
• Be resilient, forward thinking and adaptable.
• Take children on educational trips and visits.
• Have lunch with children who struggle socially.
• Keep children safe when they are experiencing heightened behaviours with strong behaviour management skills and excellent communication.
• Create, play and teach games to pupils to develop their social skills or further their learning.
• Celebrate success.
• Participate in therapeutic training sessions or reflecting on difficult periods.

Our Teachers are highly valued members of our team. We promote all the team to be part of the decision making that drives our school, provides outcomes for children and advocates for every child. We welcome the teacher’s input in developing both the academic curriculum and the opportunities in our extra-curricular offer – bringing their own interests and passions to the table. We value and support staff wellbeing, including a paid day’s leave for your birthday.

Qualifications and experience:

-Teaching Qualification (ECT will be considered)

– Experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs and past trauma.

– Knowledge of early childhood development
– Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
– Ability to effectively educate and engage students in learning activities
– Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children
– Ability to work well as part of a team and follow directions from the lead teacher This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.