About Us: Dunbar Education is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Maths Teacher to join a reputable Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Kettering. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.
Job Description: As a Maths Teacher at our SEN school, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality education to pupils with a range of special educational needs. Your responsibilities will include:
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement a therapeutic approach to support the emotional and educational needs of pupils with SEN.
- Provide engaging and effective Maths lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
- Develop and adapt lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of pupils.
- Assess and monitor pupils' progress, providing feedback and setting achievable goals.
- Collaborate with SEN coordinators and other staff to create individual education plans (IEPs).
- Use a variety of teaching methods and resources to inspire and motivate pupils.
- Manage behaviour effectively through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, providing guidance and support.
- Communicate regularly with parents/carers to discuss pupils' progress and any concerns.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Identify and address learning barriers for pupils with SEN, using creative strategies to overcome these challenges.
- Incorporate technology and interactive tools to enhance the learning experience.
- Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment where every pupil feels valued and respected.
- Support pupils in developing social skills and coping strategies.
- Work with teaching assistants and support staff to provide comprehensive support to pupils.
- Keep up-to-date with developments in the curriculum and SEN best practices.
- Contribute to the wider school community, participating in extracurricular activities and school events.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience working within a Special Educational Needs environment, particularly with pupils experiencing SEMH challenges.
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to implement positive reinforcement strategies effectively.
- A therapeutic approach to supporting pupils, with a focus on their emotional well-being.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.
- Commitment to working fixed hours from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Must have a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one.
Why Join Us? At Dunbar Education, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment, where your skills and dedication will be highly valued.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of pupils with SEN and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
