Educational Specialist for Complex Needs

3 days ago

Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Wiltshire Council Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate teacher to join our team as a Resource Base Educator for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). As a Resource Base Educator, you will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, support staff, and external professionals to provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that supports the holistic development of our pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teaching and Learning:
    • Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and creative lessons that cater to the diverse needs of pupils with complex communication and interaction difficulties.
    • Differentiate teaching to accommodate individual learning styles, abilities, and communication methods, ensuring all pupils are Ready, Respectful, and Safe in the classroom.
    • Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes pupils' emotional well-being and personal growth.
  • Assessment and Progress:
    • Monitor, assess, and report on pupils' progress using a variety of assessment tools to ensure appropriate educational targets are set and met.
    • Develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and communicate with parents and carers to share pupils' achievements and next steps.
  • Collaboration:
    • Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, support staff, and external professionals (e.g. speech and language therapists) to ensure a collaborative approach to meeting pupils' needs.
    • Support and mentor teaching assistants assigned to the Resource Base, ensuring effective teamwork and consistent implementation of strategies.
  • Classroom and Behaviour Management:
    • Maintain a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment that upholds our school's rules of Ready, Respectful, Safe.
    • Implement behaviour management strategies that promote positive communication, interaction, and social skills development.
  • Professional Development:
    • Stay up-to-date with best practices in SEND and participate in regular training and CPD opportunities.
    • Engage with the wider school community and contribute to whole-school initiatives such as OPAL and Forest School learning, promoting outdoor play and exploration where appropriate.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience or a strong interest in teaching pupils with complex needs, particularly in communication and interaction.
  • Passionate about making a difference to children's lives and fostering an inclusive learning environment.
  • Strong understanding of child-centred approaches to education, SEND strategies, and differentiated teaching methods.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with pupils, parents, staff, and external agencies.
  • Creative, patient, and able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances within the classroom.
  • Committed to upholding our school values of kindness, creativity, and pride in everything you do.
  • Leadership experience or a desire to take on leadership responsibility would be an advantage.

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