Physical Education Teacher

1 day ago

Oldham, United Kingdom EdStart Schools Full time

PE Teacher (KS3/KS4 – SEN & SEMH Specialist)

Location: EdStart Specialist Education - Church Lane, Oldham

Reports to: Head of School

Salary: £31,650 per annum


Our Values

At EdStart, our principal values are Progression—we are committed to helping every student achieve their fullest potential, regardless of their individual challenges. Further to this we uphold the values of Humanity, Togetherness, and Compassion, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for both students and staff.

We are proud to embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to building a workforce that reflects this ethos. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals to apply regardless of sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership.


About the Role

EdStart is looking for an experienced and compassionate Biology Teacher with a strong commitment to supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people who require additional support.


As a Biology Teacher in our specialist setting, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated lessons to students with diverse learning needs, including those with SEN and SEMH. You will play a key role in fostering both academic success and emotional well-being in a safe, supportive, and structured environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • To maintain a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the teaching of your subject(s) and take account of wider curriculum and pastoral developments which are relevant to your work.
  • To plan tutorials, activities, lessons and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs.
  • To use a range of appropriate strategies and follow schools policies for tutoring, teaching, behaviour management and classroom management
  • To do all you can, involving parents and other agencies, to ensure that as a result of your tutoring and teaching you promote the health, safety, economic wellbeing and achievement of your students.
  • To assess, monitor and record the progress of students in your teaching and tutorial groups and give them clear and constructive feedback.
  • To set well-grounded expectations for students in your teaching and tutorial groups using information about prior knowledge and previous attainment, making progress as good as or better than similar students nationally.
  • To take responsibility for your own professional development and use the outcomes to improve your tutoring and teaching and your students’ learning.
  • To make an active contribution to the policies, aspirations and plans of learners, working as part of the EdStart teaching staff


Skills & Experience Required

  • A degree in education, biology, or a related subject.
  • At least 2 years' secondary experience in teaching preferred
  • Strong ability to build rapport with students facing social and emotional challenges and a commitment to supporting their growth both academically and personally.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage students, colleagues, and parents.
  • Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the individual needs of students, including using various tools and strategies to support learning.
  • Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude when supporting students through their social and emotional difficulties.


Performance Expectations

  • Inclusive and Adaptive Teaching: Plan and deliver lessons that are accessible and engaging, ensuring all students, regardless of their needs, can access the curriculum and make progress.
  • Holistic Support: Foster an environment where students' social, emotional, and academic development is prioritized, helping them feel valued, confident, and capable of achieving their best.
  • Behaviour and Emotional Management: Consistently apply positive behaviour strategies and work with students to help them develop emotional regulation skills.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across the school, including SEN staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies, to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting students' academic and emotional needs.
  • Engagement with Families: Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers, ensuring they are fully involved in their child’s education and well-being.
  • Professional Growth: Actively participate in professional development opportunities, particularly in the areas of SEN and SEMH, to continuously enhance your teaching practices.


Why Work at EdStart?

At EdStart, we are a school dedicated to providing the best possible educational experience for students with Special Educational Needs and Social and Emotional Mental Health challenges. We offer:

  • A supportive, inclusive environment, where you can make a real difference in the lives of students who need it most.
  • Continuous professional development, with opportunities to learn and grow in the field of SEN and SEMH education.
  • The chance to work in a collaborative and compassionate team, all united by the goal of helping students overcome barriers to learning and development.


Safeguarding and Recruitment

EdStart Specialist Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.


As part of our due diligence process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidelines.

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