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Subject Lead for English- SEMH Specialist Secondary School, Rochdale
Sennen Education are working with a supportive SEMH Secondary School, who are looking for a Subject Lead for English to join their school. The school isdedicated to providing specualist education for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child is encouraged to reach their full potential. We cater to a diverse range of abilities, with a focus on individualised learning support, and emotional wellbeing.
Responsibilities-
The role will be fortwo terms. If successful, the candidate will have the opportunity to lead the English curriculum across KS3 and KS4, ensuring it is adapted to meet the needs of students with a variety of needs, including SEND, ASD, ADHD, and SEMH needs. This is an excellent career development opportunity for anyone wishing to expand their experience within SEND or leadership.
What you will do:
- Develop and manage the English curriculum, ensuring it is adapted to suit the needs of each child.
- Work closely with teachers and learning support staff to ensure children are fully supported in meeting their academic goals and personal development.
- Observe and assess the progress of students, ensuring that the curriculum and lessson plans are adapted to every child's unique needs.
- Lead professional development sessions to share ideas and advice for English teaching to SEND students.
- Collaborate with the SLTto ensure whole-school English targets are achieved.
- Engage parents and carers in the academic progress of their children and provide updates and support.
- Encourage a love of reading and communication across the school.
Requirements-
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Proven experience working with SEND or SEMH pupils.
- Strong understanding of the English Curriculum and how to adapt it for students with SEMH needs and SEND.
- Leadership experience, or be willing to take on leadership responsibilities.
- Strongcommunication and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to inclusive education and delivering the best outcomes for learners with SEND and SEMH needs.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression:
- A chance to make a difference in the lives of young people with SEND.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Collaborative and welcomingstaff team.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Heather in the Manchester office, on (phone number removed).
Safeguarding children is at the heart of what we do and we undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. We recruit for permanent and temporary positions across Manchester. By taking a temporary role through Sennen Education you will be paid on a weekly basis.
