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SEN Specialist for primary school
Start September 2024
Are you passionate SEN Specialist for Primary School about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) to achieve their full potential? primary school is seeking a dedicated SEN Specialist to join our inclusive and supportive team.
SEN Specialist for Primary School Role Overview:
As the SEN Specialist, you will play a key role in providing tailored support and interventions to students with a range of SEN, ensuring they receive the appropriate assistance to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Working closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals, you will develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) and support strategies to meet the unique needs of each student.
SEN Specialist for Primary School Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting assessments and evaluations to identify students' specific learning needs and areas of development.
- Collaborating with teachers and other staff members to create and implement personalized learning plans and interventions.
- Providing one-on-one and small group support to students with SEN, both in the classroom and in dedicated SEN provision areas.
- Monitoring students' progress and adjusting support strategies as needed to ensure ongoing improvement.
- Liaising with parents/carers to communicate progress, provide support, and address any concerns or questions.
- Supporting the school's SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) in maintaining accurate records, attending review meetings, and ensuring compliance with SEN legislation and guidelines.
- Contributing to the development of a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that celebrates diversity and promotes positive outcomes for all students.
SEN Specialist for Primary School Additional Requirements:
- Experience in managing behavioral challenges and implementing behavior management strategies.
- Understanding of social and emotional needs of children with SEN, and ability to provide appropriate support.
- Experience working with non-verbal children and proficiency in alternative communication methods.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
- Specialization or additional training in SEN, such as a SENCO qualification or relevant postgraduate certificate.
- Strong understanding of SEN legislation, policies, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to ongoing professional development in the field of SEN.
If you are a dedicated and compassionate SEN Specialist for Primary School with a passion for supporting children with SEN, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the position to apply now! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
SEN Specialist for Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.
Please be advised that this SEN Specialist for Primary School role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.If you are interested in this SEN Specialist for Primary School role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.
