Job description
Job Title: English Teacher for SEN College
Location: Maidstone
Salary: £140 - £250 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher with a passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Do you thrive in an inclusive learning environment where every student is allowed to succeed? If so, GSL Education invites you to apply for this rewarding role at an exceptional SEN College in Maidstone.
Role Overview:
As an English Teacher at this SEN College, you will play a vital role in delivering tailored English lessons that cater to the unique needs of students with diverse learning requirements. You will be responsible for creating an engaging, supportive, and structured environment that fosters both academic and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver creative and accessible English lessons that accommodate a range of SEN learning needs.
- Adapt teaching strategies and materials to support students with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and other SEN requirements.
- Assess students’ progress regularly and provide constructive feedback to support their development.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages confidence and participation.
- Work collaboratively with SEN support staff, therapists, and parents to develop effective learning strategies.
- Implement behaviour management techniques to create a structured and respectful learning environment.
- Support students in developing communication and literacy skills essential for their academic and personal growth.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience teaching English to students with SEN, ideally within a college or specialist school setting.
- A strong understanding of differentiated instruction, EHCPs (Education, Health, and Care Plans), and SEN teaching strategies.
- Exceptional classroom management skills and the ability to adapt to various learning needs.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to teaching and supporting students with additional needs.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals.
- A commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for inclusive education.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
What does GSL Education Offer?
- Competitive daily pay rate of £140 to £250, depending on your experience and qualifications.
- A supportive SEN college environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
A dedicated consultant to provide guidance and support throughout your placement.
- The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of students with SEN, helping them achieve their full potential.
If you are an experienced English Teacher looking for a fulfilling role in an SEN college, apply now or contact GSL Education to discuss this further.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘English Teacher for SEN College’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.