SEN Teacher

Job description We are a small, Independent school specialising in the support and education of young adults with learning disabilities including autism, ADHD and behavioural issues. We are currently expanding and require a dynamic, proactive and flexible teacher to join our team. You will be supporting learners at our main school location near central London. You will be responsible for supporting the learners' educational needs whether academic or functional according to their individual support plan. This role will additionally involve the support of the physical education of the learners and helping them to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Responsibilities: · Teach small groups of pupils within, or outside the class· Prepare and deliver lessons and resources either in the classroom room or at a learner's home· Prepare and deliver physical education classes for the learners· Support other staff members to deliver high quality education consistently· Develop and adapt conventional teaching methods to meet the individual needs of learners· Collaborate with teaching assistants to define appropriate physical and classroom activities for the learners in relation to the curriculum· Assess young adults who have long or short-term learning difficulties and work with colleagues to identify individual pupils' special needs· Work with the Academic Manager and other senior members of the school to ensure that the requirements of the Equality Act (2010) are met in terms of reasonable adjustments and access arrangements· Liaise with other professionals, such as social workers, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists and educational psychologists· Work closely with parents and guardians to ensure the best care for their child· Organise learning outside the classroom in activities such as community visits, school outings or sporting events· Occasionally assist in severely disabled pupils' personal care/medical needs· Carry out administrative tasks, including updating and m