SEN Teacher

SEN Complex Needs Teacher Specialist SEND School – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire A welcoming and highly regarded specialist school in Aylesbury is seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and skilled Complex Needs Teacher to join its dedicated and supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people aged 4–19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a range of additional complex needs. Pupils follow highly personalised learning programmes designed to develop communication, independence, social skills and preparation for adulthood. The Role As a Complex Needs Teacher, you will: • Take responsibility for the learning, progress and wellbeing of all pupils within your class. • Plan and deliver engaging, creative and highly differentiated lessons that meet each pupil's individual Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes. • Lead, support and work collaboratively with a team of SEND Teaching Assistants to provide consistently high-quality classroom provision. • Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum that promotes communication, functional literacy and numeracy, life skills and independence. • Use a range of communication approaches, including AAC, Makaton, PECS and sensory strategies where appropriate. • Work closely with therapists, families and other professionals to provide a holistic approach to each pupil's education. • Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential. • Promote positive behaviour through proactive, relationship-based approaches. • Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, health and wellbeing are maintained at all times. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a teacher who: • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is an Early Career Teacher (ECT) with a passion for SEND. • Has experience teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs, particularly those with complex learning needs, SLD, PMLD and/or Autism. • Has either Primary or Secondary teaching experience. • Can deliver engaging, personalised learning that celebrates every small step of progress. • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills and enjoys working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. • Maintains high expectations and believes every child can succeed with the right support. • Demonstrates resilience, patience, empathy and a positive attitude. • Is committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice. • Is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. What the School Offers The successful candidate will benefit from: • A welcoming, experienced and highly supportive leadership team. • Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development, including specialist SEND training. • Opportunities for career progression and leadership development. • A collaborative multi-disciplinary environment, working alongside therapists and specialist practitioners. • Well-resourced classrooms and excellent facilities. • A positive, nurturing school community where staff wellbeing is valued. • The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs. If you are a passionate and dedicated teacher looking to inspire, support and empower pupils with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.