SEN Teacher - Cornwall Sen-school

16th June start
Full Time
Posted 7 days ago
Expiring 19th December
Cornwall
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Job Title: SEN Teacher 📍 Near St Austell | 💰 MPS (Main Pay Scale) | 📅 Immediate Trial and Start Available We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a specialist school supporting students aged 4–19 with a wide range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. About the Role: As an SEN Teacher, you will deliver creative and individualised learning experiences tailored to each pupil’s needs and EHCP outcomes. You will work closely with a skilled team of teaching assistants, therapists, and support staff in a well-resourced and inclusive environment. Key Responsibilities: - Deliver differentiated lessons tailored to students’ individual needs - Set, monitor and review EHCP-related targets - Prepare students for adulthood, focusing on independence, functional skills, and employability - Work closely with LSAs, therapists, families, and external professionals - Contribute to curriculum planning and assessment - Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment Requirements: - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or equivalent) - Experience teaching learners with complex needs and/or ASC - Strong knowledge of SEND strategies and approaches - Ability to plan creatively and deliver engaging, student-centred lessons - Excellent teamwork and communication skills 💼 Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS) ✅ Immediate trial and start available for the right candidate This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team.
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This specialist school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for children and young people with a range of complex learning needs, including profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), and autism spectrum conditions. With a strong emphasis on individualized learning, the school tailors its curriculum to meet the diverse needs of its students, focusing on communication, independence, and life skills. Set in a welcoming and well-equipped environment, the school offers sensory rooms, therapy spaces, and adapted outdoor areas to support holistic development. A dedicated team of skilled staff, including teachers, therapists, and support workers, ensures that each student receives the care and education they need to thrive. The school fosters strong partnerships with families and the wider community, promoting a collaborative approach to learning and well-being.

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    Role: Pupil-referral-unit Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Availability: Part Time About the Role: We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Pupil-referral-unit Teaching Assistant to join our team at a school located in Cornwall. As an SEN TA, you will be working within a pupil-referral-unit school, providing support and guidance to students with special educational needs. Your role will involve working closely with teachers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students. Requirements: - Previous experience working with students with special educational needs - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff - A patient and understanding approach towards students with challenging behaviour - A relevant qualification in education or special educational needs Benefits of Zen Educate: Work life balance: At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer part-time roles that allow you to pursue other interests and commitments outside of work. Better pay: We believe in rewarding our teaching staff with competitive pay rates that reflect their skills and experience. On hands support: Our team at Zen Educate is dedicated to providing on hands support to help teaching staff find the right role. We are here to assist you every step of the way in your teaching career. If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic teaching assistant looking to make a difference in the lives of students with special educational needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team at Zen Educate.
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    Posted about 1 month ago
  • General cover lunchtime supervisor, part time
    SEN School school in CornwallPart Time
    2 Jun - Oct 24
    Job Title: Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant Interview Date: T.B.C Contract Type: Permanent. 12.5 hours per week. 38 working weeks, Monday – Friday 11:30 – 14:00 Salary: £24,926 (FTE) Actual Salary £6,954.93 Start date: As soon as possible This is an exciting opportunity, to join our team and to support and develop the school in line with its shared values and improvement priorities. The school provides a creative and ambitious centre of learning for over 100 pupils with a range of complex learning and communication needs aged from 2-19 years. The school is a member of the Special Partnership Trust, an ambitious and inspiring collaboration of specialist provision in Cornwall, with a focus on excellence in learning for everyone. We are seeking to appoint self-motivated, caring and dedicated Lunchtime Supervisor Assistant. As a key member of staff, you will take a pro-active role in the support of the educational and physical needs of the pupils with a focus on an individual’s support during lunch break. Candidates who can demonstrate experience of working with pupils with ASD or complex behaviour would be at an advantage.
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How do I interview? Do I have to come to your office?

To make sure you're getting bookings perfect for you, we will invite you to a 30-minute online interview with our team to learn about your experience, preferences and why you're passionate about working in education. You can do this through any smartphone or computer. If you'd prefer to interview in person at our office, just let us know. Recent regulation changes require us to see your documents for your right to work in the UK in person. This takes no more than 5 minutes, dropping by our offices in London or Manchester.

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I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

Generally schools prefer teachers and TAs who are familiar with the UK Curriculum, but this can vary. We'd be happy to speak to you about your experience, and find out if we'd be able to help you find a role.

Vetting

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We'll need evidence of your identity, right to work and teaching qualifaction. In addition, we'll need an enhanced DBS certificate and references from two recent previous employers.

Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

I don't have my documents right now. Can I still sign up?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.

I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

You can definitely still sign up! Once you've uploaded your CV, we'll be able to look at your experience, and help you figure out who would be best placed to act as your referees.

Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

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