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About the Role

Smile Education is currently recruiting on behalf of a large, supportive and nurturing generic special school in the Tamworth area for a Qualified Teacher to join their team on a full-time, ongoing basis, starting as soon as possible.

The school caters for students aged 11–19, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in place. It provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that promotes independence, confidence and lifelong learning, while celebrating the individuality and achievements of every student.

Due to the diverse needs of the pupils, the school is happy to consider both primary-trained and secondary-trained teachers who have the relevant experience, flexibility and passion for supporting young people with additional needs.

You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across a variety of subjects, adapting your teaching approach to meet individual learning needs and abilities. With smaller class sizes and Teaching Assistant support in every classroom, you will have the opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment.

The successful candidate will be confident in managing behaviour, adapting learning activities and working collaboratively with support staff to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.

The Students
The school supports young people with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Physical disabilities and complex needs
• Non-verbal communication needs
• Sensory needs

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across a variety of subjects.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the individual needs, abilities and EHCP outcomes of pupils.
• Establish positive relationships with students, promoting confidence, independence and engagement in learning.
• Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Work effectively with Teaching Assistants and the wider school team to provide consistent support.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to their ongoing development and achievement.
• Remain flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the school and its pupils.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – primary and secondary-trained teachers will be considered.
• Previous experience teaching students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs and adapting teaching to meet individual requirements.
• Strong behaviour management and classroom management skills.
• A patient, nurturing and flexible approach.
• Ability to commit to a full-time, ongoing position.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS through Smile Education.
• Satisfactory references and completion of all required safeguarding and compliance checks.

Why Join This School?

• Work within a large, supportive and inclusive specialist secondary school.
• Teach smaller class groups with Teaching Assistant support in every classroom.
• Make a genuine difference to the lives, learning and development of young people with additional needs.
• Develop your specialist SEND teaching experience across a variety of subjects and learning contexts.
• Become part of a dedicated team committed to helping every pupil reach their potential.

How to Apply
If you are a passionate and dedicated teacher with QTS and experience supporting students with additional needs, Smile Education would love to hear from you.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking for a rewarding, full-time and ongoing role within a supportive specialist setting.
Apply today to find out more about this opportunity through Smile Education.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.