Job description
SEN Specialist (Primary)
Location: Colchester
Salary: £83 - £100 a day
Start Date: Immediately
Contract Type: Full time
Are you passionate about helping young children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? GSL Education are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Specialist to join a fantastic primary school in Colchester.
As an SEN Specialist, you will play a key role in providing targeted support to children with additional needs in a primary setting. You will work closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to create an inclusive environment that allows every child to thrive.
Responsibilities as a SEN Specialist (Primary),:
- Support children with Special Educational Needs in the classroom and during other school activities
- Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils to meet their learning goals
- Collaborate with teachers to develop tailored learning plans for pupils with SEN
- Monitor and report on the progress of pupils
- Help manage behaviour and ensure a positive learning atmosphere
- Liaise with parents and external professionals regarding pupil progress and needs
To be a successful SEN Specialist ( Primary) you should:
- Previous experience as an SEN Specialist (Primary) or in a similar role
- Knowledge of SEN strategies and interventions
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to adapt to different learning needs and styles
- A patient and nurturing approach to working with children
- Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Specialist (Primary) role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.