Details:
- Salary: £153 - 211 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Birmingham
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
SMART Education recruits into Teaching Jobs in Birmingham and across the West Midlands, and into Home Tutor jobs across the UK.
Smart Education is actively seeking a dedicated teacher to join a vibrant school team. With a specialised focus on serving pupils aged 2 to 19 with a diverse range of special educational needs and disabilities, including PMLD, cognition and learning needs, and autism, the school are committed to delivering exceptional education.
The successful candidate will lead a class of 8 pupils, primarily at the KS2 level, who present complex needs. This role will be supported by a committed team of 4 Teaching Assistants. We welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in EYFS, primary, secondary, or post-16 education.
The school deeply value their educators and prioritise their professional development. Recognising the distinct challenges of working with students with special educational needs, the school offer comprehensive training and ongoing support to empower teachers to implement innovative and tailored teaching methods. This role provides a fulfilling opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people and their families.
We are seeking candidates who demonstrate reliability, positivity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Personal resilience and a firm commitment to upholding children's universal rights are essential qualities we seek. Whether you are a qualified or unqualified teacher, we encourage applications from individuals with direct experience working with children or young people, provided they are willing to learn and are dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for all students. Newly qualified teachers are also encouraged to apply.
This position involves working with KS2 pupils who encounter persistent challenges in social interaction, communication, and emotional understanding. Successful candidates will provide consistent support across various areas, including engagement, learning, emotional regulation, sensory needs, and behaviour management.
Applicants must possess a minimum of 6 months' experience working in a UK school, with extensive experience in special educational needs.
Key Personal Qualities:
Dedication to achieving optimal outcomes for all pupils, with a focus on prioritizing their needs
Demonstrated high levels of personal resilience and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative teamwork
Self-awareness and the ability to serve as a positive role model
Upholding and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Ability to effectively manage priorities and work under pressure
Maintenance of confidentiality at all times
Strong commitment to safeguarding and equality
Advocacy for children's universal rights and active engagement of parents and pupils in school activities
Awareness of and dedication to equal opportunities, with a heightened understanding of issues related to the education of children with special educational needs.
Qualifications Required: QTS (Newly Qualified welcome)
Salary: £153.85 - £211.96 per day
Hours: full-time
Location: Birmingham
Interview Dates: ASAP
Start Date: 8th April 2024
Contact: Pippa Lee