Job Advertisement: SEN Teacher

Job Title: SEN Teacher

Location: Selly Oak, Birmingham, At Pupils Home

Hours: 2.30pm until 7.30pm Monday to Friday / 42 weeks of the year / Easter, Summer & Christmas not required.

Salary: £23 per hour

Job Description:

We are seeking a professional with an educational background to provide high-quality, reliable support and educational services tailored to meet the Pupils specific needs. This role is pivotal in promoting independence, communication, choice, and enhancing his inclusion in the community.

If you are passionate about empowering young people and have experience in education, we invite you to join our team and make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities:

Personalised Educational Support: Enable Pupil to fully engage in learning and social experiences, offering him access to various leisure activities and ensuring these are appropriate to his individual needs.
Communication Partner: Serve as a sensitive and effective communication partner, responding to Pupils individual communication needs, and developing Total Communication skills (including clear speech and augmentative communication technologies).
Mobility and Safety Support: As a competent sighted guide, follow advice on mobility and orientation to ensure pupils access to his environment and his safety.
Training & Development: Participate in training to deepen your understanding of multi-sensory impairment (MSI) and learn about accessible technologies for individuals with sensory needs.
Daily Care: Assist Pupil with his daily care and health needs as required.
Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, supporting and being supported by other professionals, and contributing to a collaborative approach in Caleb’s care.
Community and Social Engagement: Support Pupil both in his home and the wider community, helping him to live a full, active life with ample opportunities for social interaction.
Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of daily activities and attend team and review meetings regularly.
Family Collaboration: Work alongside Pupils family, keeping them informed and involved in decisions regarding his care and activities.
Home Accessibility: Ensure pupils home is accessible and safe for his needs.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow existing working practices, procedures, and relevant training activities, and adapt to new systems as required.
Maintain confidentiality and observe all data protection and safeguarding guidelines.
Perform other reasonable duties as directed by the case manager or pupils family.
Adhere to all safeguarding policies to ensure pupils safety and well-being.

Essential Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:

Strong understanding of the complexities of multi-sensory impairment (MSI).
A passion for working with and communicating with young people with sensory impairments.
Knowledge and willingness to engage with specialist accessible technology for individuals with visual impairments.
Ability to learn and use software tools designed for the visually impaired.
Excellent team collaboration skills, including the ability to work with professionals across disciplines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in sensitive environments.
Strong oral, written, and numerical communication skills.
A commitment to equal opportunities and inclusivity.
Excellent time management and a strong work ethic.

Job Specifications:

Experience working with young people with visual impairments (VI), hearing impairments (HI), multi-sensory impairments (MSI), or profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD).
Training as an Intervenor or a willingness to undertake relevant training.
Strong English language skills to accurately record daily activities and communication.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, incorporating advice and guidance from professionals such as SALT, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists.
A willingness to pursue ongoing training to meet Pupils evolving needs.

How to Apply:

If you are a professional with an educational background who is passionate about making a difference in the life of a PMLD pupil, I would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to Alexandra Beddow at Smart Education.