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Secondary Tutor - Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Sen-school

Secondary Tutor - Bournemouth, Christchurch And Poole Sen-school

9th February start
Full Time
Posted 3 days ago
Expiring 1st January
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
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SEND Tutor to support at secondary schoo. When moving from a mainstream secondary school to a Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Alternative Provision (AP) setting, the role shifts from "delivering a curriculum" to "removing barriers to learning." In an SEN school, you aren't just teaching English; you are teaching communication, life skills, and emotional regulation through the lens of literacy. Job Description: SEN English Teacher / Tutor Role: SEN English Specialist Environment: Special Educational Needs School Student Profile: Learners with ASC (Autism), SEMH (Social, Emotional, Mental Health needs), or MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties). Job Purpose To deliver a highly personalized English curriculum that meets the specific sensory and cognitive needs of students. The goal is to build functional literacy, communication skills, and self-confidence in a safe, low-pressure environment. Key Responsibilities Adaptive Teaching: Create bespoke lesson plans that use multi-sensory tools (visual aids, tactile objects, and technology) to make literature accessible. EHCP Management: Align all teaching with each student’s Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) goals. Functional Skills: Focus on "Functional English" (reading a bus schedule, writing an email, verbal self-advocacy) alongside traditional GCSE or Entry Level certificates. De-escalation: Use specialized training (like Team-Teach or MAPA) to support students during emotional dysregulation or "meltdowns." Collaboration: Work daily with Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), Occupational Therapists, and Teaching Assistants (TAs).
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