Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with complex learning needs?

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join an Outstanding specialist school in Sunderland, recognised nationally for its innovative approach to SEND education and commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for every pupil.

This highly respected setting supports children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Autism, delivering a personalised, child-centred curriculum designed to help every learner thrive.

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, the school is praised for its inspirational curriculum, exceptional levels of pupil engagement, and the rapid progress pupils make from their individual starting points.

The Role

The school is seeking enthusiastic and skilled SEN Teachers to join its growing team. Opportunities are available across a range of curriculum pathways, including:

• Pre-Formal
• Informal
• Semi-Formal
• Formal

Successful candidates will work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, supporting pupils with a diverse range of learning, communication, physical and health needs.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for teachers who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience working within SEND or specialist education settings
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development and complex learning needs
• Have knowledge of Autism, SLD and/or PMLD
• Can adapt teaching approaches to meet individual pupil needs
• Are confident leading support staff and managing classroom teams effectively
• Use a range of communication strategies to engage learners
• Are reflective practitioners committed to ongoing professional development
• Have a passion for inclusive education and preparing young people for adulthood

Why Join This School?

This is far more than a teaching role. Staff benefit from being part of a nationally recognised centre of excellence for SEND education.

The school is:

• A National Stronger Practice Hub
• An Exemplar School for specialist curriculum development
• A member of the National Network of Specialist Provisions
• Actively involved in national SEND research and policy development
• A provider of specialist teacher training and Early Career Framework programmes

Staff regularly contribute to national research projects, SEND forums, advisory groups and professional networks, providing unrivalled opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

What You'll Gain

• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• Access to cutting-edge SEND research and best practice
• Collaborative working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams
• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with complex needs

If you're an ambitious and compassionate educator looking to join one of the UK's leading specialist provisions, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this rewarding opportunity.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and DBS checks.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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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