SEN Teacher - Portsmouth
Prospero Teaching are working closely with an excellent independent school located in Portsmouth. The School are looking to appoint a dynamic and passionate teacher, to support their students with additional learning needs.
This is to start in September 2024, on a full-time basis.
The position will involve teaching English and Maths to Key Stage 3 students in their resourced provision.
This position offers a competitive salary, including an SEN allowance, reflecting the school's commitment to attracting skilled professionals who are passionate about making a difference.
About you:
- You are an innovative, compassionate, and resilient educator with experience or a strong desire to work within SEMH.
- Your role will be pivotal in fostering a trauma-informed environment, supporting students with additional needs including Dyslexia and ASD.
- You will have teaching experience with an ability to engage and inspire students with additional learning needs.
About the school:
- Small teaching groups, enhanced by cutting-edge technology and modern facilities, make for a stimulating and highly enjoyable learning environment, where everyone can thrive.
- In their last published report, Independent School Inspectors found that pupils 'develop excellent skills and understanding across all areas of learning and develop excellent self-understanding, self-esteem and confidence'.
- In 2023, Year 11 pupils achieved an 87.4% overall pass rate (England average is 67.8%). The pass rate in core subjects was 91%.
- In 2023, the pass rate for pupils with special educational needs was 79%. Measured against expected performance, pupils with SEN each gained eight higher grades, on average.
Key Requirements:
- SEN teaching experience.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
- Experience working with children with dyslexia is desirable.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development in special education.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Planning and delivering lessons in English and Maths to Key stage 3 pupils.
- Implementing positive behaviour management strategies in line with the schools values and procedures.
- Creating a positive, nurturing environment that motivates, engages, and inspires students.
Prospero Teaching can offer the successful Cover Supervisor:
- Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
- 1:1 Interview and trial day preparation given by our experienced training and development team and qualified teachers.
- Online CPD courses. ' Best upskilling provider' - UK business awards - 2024.
Please apply now with your updated CV, if this position is of interest. Please email to the details below.
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