English Teacher SEN - Veritone : Job Details

English Teacher Position Available in September - SEMH School in Caterham, Surrey

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range: £31,350 - £46,179 annually (M1 - UPS2 Fringe) + £5,000 Welcome Bonus for Qualified Teachers*

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

We are supporting a popular school for SEMH students in finding a dedicated English Teacher to join their team in Caterham. The role involves delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences to students aged 11-16 with communication and social interaction challenges, primarily associated with Autism.

This school is part of a larger group of schools, sharing leadership but maintaining distinct teams at each site. Each site has its own Assistant Head, teachers, and teaching assistants, supported by a full therapy team. Collaboration and movement between sites are encouraged for both students and staff.

Why Join Them?

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and their families.
• Contribute to the diverse and creative curriculum.
• Engage with an inspiring student body.
• Work within a committed and collaborative multi-disciplinary team.
• Join an organisation that prioritises the well-being of both students and staff.
• Benefit from an organisation that invests in and supports its staff.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be accountable to the school leadership teams, performing various duties including, but not limited to:

• Contributing to curriculum delivery and development tailored to students' educational, physical, and social needs.
• Collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Utilising short, medium, and long-term plans for curriculum delivery.
• Setting, monitoring, and reviewing personalised learning targets.
• Monitoring, assessing, and reporting on student progress to stakeholders.
• Developing lesson plans and self-reflecting on outcomes.
• Participating in reviews of Statements, EHC plans, PEP, and LAC reviews.
• Structuring lessons to maintain engagement, motivation, and challenge.
• Staying informed on current autism-related issues to enhance teaching and learning.
• Working non-confrontationally to meet individual student needs.

Qualifications and Experience:

• PGCE, QTS, or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Ability to teach English up to GCSE level.
• Relevant experience and knowledge of working with pupils with ASD, SEMH, and PDA.
• Understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• Experience managing a variety of behavioural approaches, including challenging behaviours.

Benefits:

• Life assurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• *Welcome bonus distributed in two parts: 50% post-probation and 50% after one year of service
• Perkbox - High street discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Car lease scheme
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Bike to work scheme
• Free membership to Health cash back plan for services such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy

How to Apply:

To apply for this role or just to express an interest, please apply now or contact Paul Hirchfield on for more information.

Join this successful team and make a real difference!