Special Needs Teacher - MLD Secondary Resource Base (ECT's welcome to apply)

Special Needs Teacher - MLD Secondary Resource Base

School Type: Mainstream Secondary School with MLD Resource Base

Age Range of Pupils: 11 to 16 years

Location: B42 Perry Barr, Birmingham

Contract Type:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday 8.30am till 3.30pm
• Term-time only
• Long-term opportunity

Please only apply if you are seeking full-time work.

Pay:

• £165 - £275 per day
• £825 - £1,375 per week

Job Purpose

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Special Needs Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Perry Barr, working within their MLD resource base on a long-term, full-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to deliver tailored lessons, support pupils with moderate learning difficulties, and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues and support staff to ensure pupils make excellent academic and personal progress.

Key Responsibilities - Teaching & Learning

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons adapted for pupils with MLD
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress against individual targets
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils
• Promote positive behaviour and high expectations within the classroom
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, SENCOs and external agencies
• Participate fully in school life, meetings and professional development opportunities

Person Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Experience teaching pupils with SEN, particularly MLD, within a UK secondary school
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passionate about supporting pupils to achieve their full potential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two satisfactory professional references

Qualifications

Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with relevant SEN classroom experience.

What New Directions Education Ltd Offers

• Dedicated education consultant support
• Competitive weekly pay
• Long-term teaching opportunities
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Recommend a friend and receive £150 once they complete 10 days of work
• Referral bonuses available to both new and existing candidates
• An excellent reputation within education recruitment