SEN Teacher

To teach pupils within the alternative provision while leading and managing a team of Teaching Assistants effectively. To be involved in school development work and carry out other such associated duties as are reasonably assigned by the Principal. Leadership & Management: * To provide examples of good and outstanding teaching practice; including preparation and planning, classroom management and the maintenance of effective working relationships with pupils and colleagues * To support the effective deployment and direction of Support Staff both on and off site and support the development of an effective team * To implement agreed school policies and guidance * To support the School Improvement Plan and contribute to the strategic vision of the Principal and Governors * To participate in meetings which relate to the school's management, curriculum, administration or organisation * To communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies to provide an effective multi-agency service and prepare reports on the needs of individual pupils as requested * To participate in the performance management system for the appraisal of their own performance, or that of other teachers and support staff Personal Development: * To set and evaluate individual termly targets and to maintain records of achievement for each learner, in consultation with colleagues * Provide reports and assessments for each learner in accordance with school policy and for a range of audiences, including a detailed report prior to the learner's annual review * To ensure that effective communication is maintained with parents/carers about their child's welfare, progress and participation in our school community * To ensure learners are prepared for life in their community Quality of Education: * To undertake a full-time commitment with learners who have a diagnosis of Social Communication and Interaction Difficulties (SCID), complex needs and/or Autistic Spectrum Disorder and behavioural and social difficulties * To implement and develop the provision curriculum with the Senior Leadership Team * To demonstrate good subject knowledge and adapt teaching as necessary to ensure access for all learners * To ensure that there are appropriate schemes of work and effective teaching strategies which cater for learners with a wide range of complex needs * To provide a stimulating classroom environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all learners Behaviour & Attitudes: * Support strategies which promote high standards of behaviour * Promote and Safeguard the safety and welfare of all learners * To maintain a safe and secure environment for learners, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy * To ensure learners have high attendance and are punctual