Job descriptionKS3 Class Teacher – SEN School – Gloucester – September 2025 Start 📍 Location : Gloucester 📅 Start Date : September 2025 📄 Contract : Full-Time, Permanent 💰 Salary : Competitive, Depending on Experience We are excited to invite passionate educators to apply for the position of KS3 Class Teacher at our dedicated SEN school in Gloucester , starting in September 2025 . This is an amazing opportunity to join a school that provides a supportive, inclusive environment where students with special educational needs (SEN) are empowered to succeed. If you're a creative, compassionate teacher looking to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners, we’d love to hear from you! Why Join This SEN School? ✔ Inclusive & Supportive Atmosphere – Join a school where every student’s unique learning needs are recognized and nurtured, and where personal growth is as important as academic success. ✔ Collaborative Environment – Work alongside a team of dedicated educators, teaching assistants, and SEN specialists, all working together to create the best learning experiences for students. ✔ Small Class Sizes – Benefit from smaller class sizes that allow for more personalized teaching, providing tailored support to each student. ✔ Professional Development – We believe in investing in our teachers! Take advantage of a wide range of professional development opportunities to enhance your SEN expertise and career. ✔ Motivated Students – Work with students who are eager to learn and progress, with the right support and encouragement. ✔ Fantastic Location – Gloucester is a beautiful and thriving city with great transport links, local amenities, and a rich history to explore. Your Role as a KS3 Class Teacher: 🔹 Deliver Engaging Lessons – Plan and teach engaging and differentiated lessons across the KS3 curriculum, ensuring content is accessible and enjoyable for students with SEN. 🔹 Support Individual Learning Needs – Use creative teaching strategies and a variety of resources to adapt lessons to meet the individual needs of students, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other SEN. 🔹 Foster Confidence & Independence – Help students develop essential skills for independent learning, social interaction, and emotional regulation in a safe and supportive environment. 🔹 Collaborate with the SEN Team – Work closely with teaching assistants, speech and language therapists, and other specialists to support students’ individual learning plans (IEPs) and provide a holistic approach to education. 🔹 Monitor Student Progress – Regularly assess and track student progress, providing timely feedback to students, parents, and colleagues to ensure each student reaches their potential. 🔹 Promote Positive Behaviour – Use positive reinforcement strategies to encourage good behaviour, emotional resilience, and a love for learning. Who We’re Looking For: ✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching at KS3, ideally in an SEN setting. ✅ Experience with SEN – A strong understanding of how to adapt lessons and teaching strategies to meet the needs of students with a range of special educational needs. ✅ Compassionate & Patient – A caring and patient teaching style, with a strong focus on supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development. ✅ Creative & Flexible – An innovative approach to teaching, able to create engaging and accessible lessons for students with varying learning needs. ✅ Strong Communication Skills – Effective collaboration with staff, parents, and external professionals to support the overall development of students. ✅ An Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to obtain one). If you're a dedicated KS3 Class Teacher looking for a rewarding role at a supportive and inclusive SEN school in Gloucester , we’d love to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your CV, and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.
