Location:Stoke-On-Trent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £170 - £210 per day

Do you have experience teaching in the UK?

Do you hold Qualified Teacher Status in the UK?

Do you have experience working with children and young people with additional needs / SEMH needs

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a fantastic SEND school for SEMH students in Stoke. We are looking for SEND Teacher who has experience within SEND schools or SEMH roles. This is an exciting role, and a chance to be part of something special, changing the lives of vulnerable young people, whilst working in a beautiful setting, with a huge outdoor space for exploration through the senses and play. The schools boasts numerous sensory rooms, and works with the students to enable their communication and sense of individuality, where you will support in giving them a voice.

You will report to the Assistant or Deputy Principal, and work with vulnerable children and young people. The main aim of the role is to ensure the students remain engaged in learning, and support in delivering the bespoke curriculum the school has. You will be adaptable, nurturing and patient in your approach, with strenghts in classroom management and de-escalation. You will be required to hold QTS in the UK (ECTs also welcome to apply).

About you

You will hold a UK QTS, and have experience working with children or young people with autism, SEMH or associated challenging behaviour and other complex needs. 

• Be passionate about engaging vulnerable young people and helping them achieve their potential
• Build positive relationships with pupils through patience, consistency, encouragement and understanding
• Deliver creative, hands-on learning experiences that develop practical skills and confidence
• Understand the importance of a calm, supportive and nurturing learning environment
• Be resilient, adaptable and able to respond positively to the challenges of working in an SEMH setting
• Be a strong team player who works collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff and school leaders
• Play an active role within a form team, supporting pupils’ personal development, wellbeing and daily school experience
• Communicate regularly and positively with parents and carers, building strong home-school relationships
• Have high expectations of pupils while recognising and celebrating individual progress and achievement
• Be committed to safeguarding and improving the life chances of vulnerable young people