SEND Teacher

Make a Real Difference Every Day

At First Steps Together School, we believe every young person deserves an education that recognises their strengths, supports their needs, and prepares them for a successful future.

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Secondary SEND Teacher to join our growing specialist team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing, trauma\-informed environment where relationships, wellbeing and personalised learning are at the heart of everything we do.

You'll support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally while preparing them for adulthood, further education, employment and independent living.

About the Role

As a Secondary SEND Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes and learning needs.


• Teach a broad and balanced curriculum across KS3 and KS4, including functional literacy, numeracy and preparation for adulthood.


• Create a calm, structured and supportive learning environment where pupils feel safe, valued and able to thrive.


• Support the development of communication, emotional regulation, independence and life skills throughout the school day.


• Assess, monitor and celebrate progress using appropriate assessment frameworks.


• Contribute to Annual Reviews, EHCP processes and personalised learning plans.


• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, families and external professionals to provide integrated support.


• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, learning and personal development through positive, relational approaches.


• Play an active role in the continued growth and development of our specialist provision.

✔ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

✔ A recognised degree qualification

✔ Experience teaching pupils in KS3 and/or KS4

✔ Experience adapting teaching for a wide range of SEND needs

✔ Strong understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches

✔ Knowledge of positive behaviour support and trauma\-informed practice

✔ Excellent communication, organisation and record\-keeping skills

✔ A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs

Desirable

⭐ Experience within a specialist school, SEND setting or alternative provision

⭐ Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, communication needs or complex learning needs

⭐ Training in trauma\-informed practice, nurture approaches or emotional regulation strategies

⭐ Experience delivering Functional Skills, Entry Level qualifications or vocational pathways

⭐ Knowledge of AAC, visual communication systems or sensory\-informed practice

Why Join First Steps Together?

At First Steps Together, we are building something special. We are committed to creating a supportive environment not only for our pupils but for our staff too.

We offer:

✅ Competitive salary

✅ Term\-time working pattern

✅ Comprehensive induction programme

✅ Ongoing SEND, safeguarding and professional development training

✅ Opportunities for career progression and leadership development

✅ A supportive and collaborative team culture

✅ The opportunity to genuinely change the lives of young people every day

Safeguarding Commitment

First Steps Together is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and safer recruitment procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a compassionate, skilled and motivated teacher who believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the First Steps Together family.

Pay: £33,000\.00\-£46,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Free parking


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• Referral programme

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