SEN Class Teacher

Join Our Team as a SEN Class Teacher!

Location: Tamworth, Staffs

Basic Salary: £28,000 - £39,520

Contract: Full Time, Term time only

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

About Sutherland Hall School

At Sutherland Hall School, we pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. Our mission is to foster a positive atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. With a proposed capacity of up to 78 pupils, we are dedicated to ensuring that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional well-being and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been passionately transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years, with all our schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a SEN Class Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that meet the national curriculum while addressing the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
• Support the class team in facilitating engaging learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviors.
• Report on pupils’ progress and concerns, collaborating with other staff to ensure every pupil's needs are met.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom times, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Build positive relationships with your pupils to drive interaction and achieve positive learning outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Possess a strong educational background, ideally to degree level.
• Have previous successful teaching experience.
• Bring experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
• Be skilled in behavior management techniques.
• Be committed to your professional development and eager to learn.
• Be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting work.

What We Offer You

At Sutherland Hall School, we believe in nurturing not just our students but our staff as well. Here’s what you can expect:

• A workplace that values emotional health and well-being for everyone.
• Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

Join us in making a difference! The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Education.

Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.