"Exceptional education begins with teachers who believe that every child can succeed."

Protocol Education are currently recruiting for an SEN Teacher on behalf of a highly regarded specialist school in Houghton-le-Spring. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to join a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for pupils with additional needs.

The school supports learners with a variety of SEND requirements including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated communication and interaction needs. Through a nurturing and child-centred approach, the school creates an environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and independence.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a broad and engaging curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of learners. Working alongside experienced teaching assistants and specialist professionals, you will help create meaningful learning experiences that support both academic progress and personal development.

We are seeking a teacher who is committed to inclusive education and who understands the importance of adapting their practice to ensure all pupils can access learning successfully.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Be skilled in planning and delivering differentiated lessons
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management
• Have a good understanding of Autism and additional learning needs
• Be able to lead and motivate classroom support staff
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Be passionate about helping pupils achieve their individual goals

The school offers a welcoming and supportive environment where staff wellbeing and professional growth are prioritised. Opportunities for ongoing training and specialist development are available to help teachers continue to enhance their SEND knowledge and practice.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a school that is dedicated to helping pupils develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed both in education and beyond.

If you are a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teacher looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and references.

Apply today to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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