SEN Teacher
Join Our Team at Selwyn Hall School!
Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher seeking a rewarding opportunity? Do you have experience working with children with SEND? If you're ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community that strives for the best outcomes in a fully inclusive environment, then Selwyn Hall School is the perfect place for you!
About Us
Located in the beautiful Foxton, South West of Cambridge, Selwyn Hall School is a new SEN school dedicated to providing specialist education for 7-18 year olds facing social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH). Our pupils may have various diagnoses, including:
- ASD
- ADHD
- FASD
- Anxiety
- Communication and interaction needs
- Cognition and learning needs
With small bespoke groupings of 4-6 children, we ensure that every pupil receives the individual attention they need to thrive. Our expansive private grounds create a therapeutic environment that focuses on health and wellbeing, featuring:
- Outdoor learning experiences, including forest school
- A multi-use sports pitch
- A sensory trail
- A conservation area
- Play equipment
Inside, our fully refurbished building offers a variety of classrooms and activity rooms, including science, computing, music, drama, and Art/DT. As part of the Polaris Community, we have been improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, with all our provisions rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Your Role
As a Special Education Teacher, you will be responsible for:
- Teaching all allocated areas of the curriculum
- Planning, preparing, and presenting engaging lessons tailored to the diverse needs of your students
- Motivating pupils through enthusiastic and imaginative presentations
- Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and other professionals to maintain high educational standards
- Monitoring and assessing pupils' progress, providing regular feedback
- Utilizing a variety of teaching strategies and resources to enhance engagement and learning
- Creating and maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment
- Upholding discipline in line with our Behaviour Policy
What We’re Looking For
To join our team, you should:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status
- Have successful experience in Primary School Teaching
- Possess a good knowledge of the National Curriculum
- Be able to adapt teaching methods to meet pupils' needs
Why Join Us?
We offer a range of fantastic benefits, including:
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance
- Access to an employee discount scheme with savings at over 740 retailers, including major supermarkets and restaurants
As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS Check, which will be covered by Polaris. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. We can’t wait to meet you!
