Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom
Salary: £30,000 – £46,500 pulse SEN allowance (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

Heart Teaching is looking for a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher to join an inspiring and dynamic team at an SEN school in Maidstone. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality education to students with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and complex needs.

If you are a dedicated teacher with experience in SEN, this is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of children. You’ll help shape students’ educational experiences by providing tailored, high-impact teaching that supports their development both academically and socially 🌟.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Plan and deliver engaging lessons that cater to the needs of students with various SEN.
🔹 Monitor student progress and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) to track and support their development 📊.
🔹 Work closely with other staff members including teaching assistants, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to provide integrated support 🤝.
🔹 Promote student independence, self-confidence, and social integration, helping them achieve personal and academic success 🏆.
🔹 Adapt teaching methods and resources to suit diverse learning needs and abilities 💡.
🔹 Maintain open communication with parents and carers, providing regular updates on student progress 💬.
🔹 Ensure a safe and supportive classroom environment, fostering respect and collaboration among students 🌱.
🔹 Keep accurate records of progress, behavior, and achievements 📝.

Requirements:

✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
✔️ Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally in an SEN or mainstream school setting 🏫.
✔️ Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals 🤗.
✔️ Ability to differentiate teaching and create individualized learning plans for each student 📚.
✔️ A commitment to professional development and staying up-to-date with the latest practices in SEN education 🌟.
✔️ Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one) 🛡️.

What Heart Teaching Can Offer You:

🌟 Competitive salary based on your qualifications and experience 💰.
🎓 Ongoing professional development and regular training opportunities 🌱.
💬 A collaborative and supportive working environment with a close-knit team 👫.
🏆 Opportunities for career advancement within a growing and successful school 🌟.
🔐 Commitment to safeguarding, ensuring a safe learning environment for all students 🛡️.

How to Apply:

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher who is passionate about making a difference in students’ lives, we would love to hear from you! 💬 Please apply below or send your CV to careers@heartteaching.com or call 01732 494 808 01732 494 808  for more information 📞.

Important Information:

• The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

• Heart Teaching is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or belief 💫.

• You will need to provide an Enhanced DBS certificate (or apply for a new one) if you do not have one on the update service 🆔.

At Heart Teaching, we place safeguarding at the heart of everything we do. We are fully committed to protecting the welfare and safety of children and young people 💖. Our recruitment process involves rigorous background checks to ensure we provide a safe environment for everyone 🛡️.

Visit heartteaching.com to learn more and read our Privacy Notice 📜.

This is your chance to join a wonderful, supportive community of professionals and make a lasting difference in the lives of children. Apply today! 🌟