SEND Teacher- September 2024 Start Date

PURPOSE OF THE JOB 

 John Dewey Specialist FE College and its’ associated services have the single aim of providing developmental opportunities for young people with very severe learning difficulties, physical disabilities and / or complex medical needs to lead meaningful lives as they transition from childhood to young adulthood.  

Main Duties: 

Teaching and Learning: 

1. Plan and prepare courses and lessons in line with the requirements of external accrediting bodies and / or RARPA and using formats as set out by the College. 
2. Prepare and deliver innovative and stimulating classes and activities, using teaching strategies, resources and approaches specific to learners with severe learning difficulties and autism or complex physical disabilities. 
3. Provide teaching cover as reasonably necessary. 
4. Direct the work of learning support workers, students and volunteers during curriculum delivery. 
5. Plan differentiated course content to meet accreditation and curriculum requirements and to support the achievement of individual learner targets.  
6. Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of learners, in each case having regard to the relevant Awarding Body requirements (where applicable) and individual learning plans. 
7. Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in line with College procedures, including teaching files, individual learner tracking and progress towards external accreditation.  
8. Create and maintain learner’s files of work, ensuring they contain information concerning progress towards learning outcomes. 
9. Complete induction materials, learning plans, review questionnaires, education reports and any other documentation necessary. 
10. Ensure the physical welfare of students by implementing therapies and monitoring the effectiveness of support provided by learning support assistants and lunchtime assistants.  
11. Provide line management to learning support assistants within your class team. 
12. Provide a high-quality learning environment for learners by creating stimulating displays, impactful classroom environments and by valuing and celebrating each learner’s individual work. 
13. To provide a high standard of academic, pastoral and personal support for students including acting as personal tutor and providing lunchtime supervision. 
14. Perform any other administrative tasks associated with the teaching function. 

 General Duties: 

1. Attend staff meetings and liaise with other professionals as required or reasonably requested. 
2. Contribute to the internal quality assurance procedures of the College, including moderation, course reviews and self-assessment. 
3. To identify and undertake any training and professional development relevant to the efficient delivery of any of the above duties, and to share excellent practice with other staff. 
4. Participate in administrative and organisational tasks related to such duties as are described above, including the management or supervision of persons providing support for the teachers in the College and the ordering and allocation of equipment and materials. 
5. Contributing to the selection for appointment and professional development of other teachers and support staff, which may include the induction and assessment of new and probationary teachers. 
6. To carry out his/her duties and responsibilities at all times with due regard to the college’s policies, including the Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety at Work and Safeguarding Policies. 
7. Undertake any other such duties as might reasonably be requested. 

Requirements:

1. A minimum of two years experience in leading classroom sessions (e.g. as an HTLA). 
2. One year or more of experience in working with children or adults with severe learning difficulties and autism. 
3. Knowledge of specialist teaching strategies for adults with severe learning difficulties and autism. 
4. Hold GCSE (A-C) or equivalent in English and Maths. 
5. Hold at least one of these: Certificate / Diploma in Education & Training /B.Ed or PGCE /C&G 740

** We are seeking motivated and talented individuals to join our team for a dynamic role starting in September 2024. Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be scheduled in June /July 2024.