SEN teacher - Relocate to London

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An “Outstanding” Special School based in Maidstone, Kent who have also been awarded Investors in People “Gold standard” – the first school to have this level at first attempt have 268 students and 190 staff. They are looking for 2 permanent ASD Teachers – due to an increase in pupil role in September.
Planning on recruiting on 22nd April.

All applicants must have recent experience teaching students with autism, ideally within a specialist SEN environment. Good to Outstanding primary teachers with recent experience teaching a pupil or pupils with more complex learning needs/autism in a mainstream school will be considered although the school are clear that the challenge will be difficult initially.

The class consists of seven pupils who range in age between 7 and 8 and have been grouped in accordance with their academic and social development. The school itself has been heavily invested in over the last few years and facilities are exceptional. Parking is plentiful and the school can easily be accessed from South East, Dartford as well as Kent and the surrounding areas due to excellent road and public transport links.

The ideal candidate would have:
A proven record of teaching SEN students with autism
A good understanding of P levels and the Key Stage 1 national curriculum
The ability to prepare and teach effective lessons taking into account the individual needs of learners
A clear understanding of TEACCH practices and ABA techniques
Have a basic understanding of PECS and Makaton
A creative approach to lesson planning
A patient, calm and engaging classroom manner
Strong communication and team leadership skills
Full teacher status
Registered DBS or be prepared to carry out a new DBS application.

Please apply with an up to date CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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