SEND Teacher – Specialist School – Ware, Hertfordshire

Location: Ware / Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire
Salary: MPS/UPS (London Fringe) + SEN Allowance from £2,885 per annum
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate SEND Teacher to join a fantastic specialist school in the Ware area of Hertfordshire.

The school supports children and young people aged 2–19 with a range of additional needs, including SLD, PMLD, ASD, complex learning difficulties and communication needs.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who has previous experience working within a specialist SEND setting and is passionate about making a real difference to pupils'' learning and development.

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with complex SEND.

• Support pupils with SLD, PMLD, ASD and additional communication and sensory needs.

• Incorporate sensory-based learning, practical activities and alternative communication strategies into lessons.

• Work closely with LSAs, therapists and other professionals to provide individualised support.

• Develop and implement learning targets in line with pupils'' EHCPs.

• Create a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.

• Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional and personal development.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Essential

• Previous experience teaching in a SEND or specialist school – Essential

• Experience supporting pupils with SLD, PMLD, ASD or complex learning difficulties.

• Strong understanding of EHCPs, differentiated teaching and individual learning needs.

• Confidence using sensory-based teaching and positive behaviour support strategies.

• Excellent communication, organisation and classroom management skills.

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND.

• Competitive salary paid to MPS/UPS (London Fringe), plus SEN Allowance from £2,885 per annum.

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.

• A welcoming and supportive specialist school with excellent facilities.

• Access to ongoing professional development and specialist SEND training.

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced teaching assistants and specialist professionals.

• Dedicated support from your TeacherActive consultant.

• Referral scheme and additional TeacherActive benefits.

If you are a qualified teacher with previous SEND experience and are looking for your next opportunity in a supportive specialist school, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today or contact TeacherActive to find out more about this fantastic opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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