SEN Primary Teacher - Dartford, Kent

Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunities

Are you a Qualified Teacher in either SEN or Mainstream and looking for a new challenge?

Gain Education are currently working with a large, vibrant mainstream Primary School in Dartford who are looking for an experienced and passionate Primary Teacher to lead their SEN Unit of 8 children with highly complex needs including ASD and PMLD.

The school has outstanding resources and structure in place with appropriate provisions, facilities and an inspirational team of SEN TAs to cater for the student's needs.

You will have a large, dedicated classroom and be supported by several SEN Teaching Assistants as well as the SENCo. The children follow a topic-based curriculum which is modified to take account of their needs.

The school has worked hard to make the Unit an ASD-friendly environment and you can see the results as pupils find the school and routine a low-stress environment which in turn reduces challenging behaviour.

The successful SEN Teacher will need to:

* Be able to deliver fun, energetic, lessons designed to increase and stimulate independent thought, interaction and sensory engagement.

* Hold qualified teacher status (QTS)

* Have a strong understanding of ASD having either taught pupils with ASD in an SEN or mainstream class setting.

* Be familiar with alternative communication tools such as PECS and Makaton and have a basic understanding of the cognitive behaviour therapy techniques used in the TEACCH approach to supporting autistic learners.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Primary Teacher who has a keen interest in supporting and nurturing Primary SEN Students. This Primary School offer a collaborative, enthusiastic and committed approach with outstanding management and a teaching staff team.

This SEN Primary Teacher position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks. Your CV must include full details of your Education and work history. You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

No terminology in the above advertisement is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Gain Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and accepts applications from all sections of the community