sen english teacher.

£150 - £220 per day

Peterborough

Are you an exceptionally compassionate and fully qualified (QTS) Secondary English Teacher with specialist experience or a deep commitment to teaching students within a dedicated Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) or Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting?

Do you thrive on the challenge of making functional literacy, communication, and storytelling accessible and relevant to pupils with complex learning, communication, and emotional needs?

We are seeking a proactive, compassionate, and committed specialist English Teacher to join a highly supportive, dedicated, and specialist SEN school community in the Peterborough area. If you are passionate about using English to unlock functional communication, promote emotional understanding, and foster a love of reading in all its forms, we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity

A vital and immensely rewarding opening exists for an experienced QTS English Teacher to lead the delivery of English and communication skills across the school's secondary and post-16 provision. This crucial role involves teaching pupils who have complex and varied Special Educational Needs, which may include:

• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Associated speech, language, and communication needs (e.g., EHCPs).

Your contribution will be central to helping students:

• Develop functional literacy (reading signs, forms, safety instructions).
• Improve expressive and receptive communication using a variety of methods.
• Access the world of literature and media in accessible, low-demand formats.
• Work towards accredited qualifications where appropriate (e.g., Entry Level, Functional Skills, or GCSE where possible).

You will be instrumental in creating a calm, structured, and literacy-rich classroom environment, managing a strong team of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) effectively.

Core Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for planning, preparing, and delivering a highly differentiated and multi-sensory English curriculum tailored to the specific developmental stage, communication level, and learning style of each pupil.
• Adapt lesson content to meet EHCP communication and literacy targets, focusing on individual progress, particularly using P-Scales or other relevant small-step progress measures.
• Utilise and integrate various communication and behavioural supports, such as visual schedules, emotional regulation strategies, or AAC methods, into English lessons to enhance understanding and expression.
• Conduct continuous and detailed assessment on literacy and communication goals, using appropriate tools to inform planning and accurately report on development.
• Lead and direct the work of dedicated LSAs, ensuring their support is targeted and effective during literacy activities and communication exercises.
• Collaborate effectively with the Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) and Pastoral Team to integrate therapeutic goals and strategies into the daily English curriculum.
• Maintain accurate, professional records of pupil progress, communication aids used, and any incidents for EHCP reviews and professional discussions.

Essential Profile

• Possession of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory, with a relevant English subject specialism being highly desirable.
• Proven experience teaching English to students with complex SEN (such as SEMH, ASC, or MLD) within a specialist or highly inclusive setting is essential.
• A genuine understanding of structured teaching and communication techniques for learners who are minimally verbal or have significant communication challenges.
• Familiarity with alternative accreditation pathways such as Entry Level Qualifications and Functional Skills in English.
• Expertise in adapting and selecting appropriate texts, media, and resources to maximise accessibility and engagement for pupils with emotional and learning barriers.
• High levels of patience, consistency, resilience, and flexibility, coupled with a calm and therapeutic approach to behaviour management.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work confidently and proactively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Possession of an Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or willingness to complete one promptly).

Benefits of Joining Us

• A competitive daily pay rate of £150 - £220, reflective of your QTS status and specialist experience (equivalent to SEN scale points).
• The opportunity to work in a well-supported, specialist SEN school in Peterborough that prioritises staff well-being, collaborative practice, and specialist training.
• Access to accredited training in specific areas such as Trauma-Informed Practice, SaLT strategies, and specific SEMH intervention programmes.
• A profoundly rewarding role where you will unlock the communication and expression potential of vulnerable learners.
• £300 Refer A Friend scheme (terms apply).

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.

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