SEN Teacher

Position: Teacher
Location: Liverpool
School Cluster: Alternative Provision (AP) Schools
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time / Temp to Perm

About them:

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? Do you have the resilience, compassion, and commitment needed to support students who have struggled in mainstream education?

A cluster of Alternative Provision (AP) schools spread across the Wirral area, dedicated to providing tailored education to students who have faced challenges in traditional school settings are looking for a teacher for one of their sites. Their mission is to help these young people overcome barriers to learning, enabling them to reintegrate into mainstream education or progress into a sustained Post 16 pathway.

The Role:

As a Teacher in an AP school, you will play a vital role in shaping the futures of the students. You will be responsible for delivering a broad and balanced curriculum to small classes, providing a supportive and nurturing environment that encourages each student to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Delivery: Teach a range of subjects to small groups, adapting lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each student.
Student Support: Work closely with students to identify and break down barriers to learning, fostering a positive attitude towards education.
Progress Monitoring: Track student progress and work collaboratively with colleagues to develop strategies for improvement.
Parental and Multi-Agency Engagement: Maintain strong communication with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
Reintegration and Transition: Support students in their transition back to mainstream school or into further education, training, or employment.
What We’re Looking For:

Resilience: You thrive in challenging environments and can maintain a calm, positive attitude under pressure.
Compassion: You genuinely care about the well-being and future of each student, and are committed to providing the support they need to succeed.
Experience: Previous experience in an AP setting or with students who have faced educational challenges is desirable, but not essential.
Adaptability: You can tailor your teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students and are flexible in your approach.
Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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