SEN Teacher - Independent school

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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