Inclusion Teacher - Alternative Pathways

Summary:

Inclusion Teacher - Alternative Pathways joining a school in August 2026.

About the School:

A school committed to achieving the Best by Every Child, providing world-class opportunities for all students to succeed and thrive. It fosters an inclusive environment where academic, pastoral, and extra-curricular needs are met.

The Opportunity:

As an Inclusion Teacher - Alternative Pathways, you will create a nurturing and safe learning environment for children with additional needs, supporting them to thrive at their own pace. You will lead a team of learning support assistants and deliver a functional, hands-on approach to education, aligned with the National Curriculum and ASDAN.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a classroom with children who have additional needs, using a variety of communication and regulation strategies.
• Develop and implement individualised learning targets and functional teaching approaches.
• Lead and support two learning support assistants in delivering high-quality education.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists and SENCO, to support student progress.
• Create and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in partnership with relevant professionals.
• Deliver engaging and creative learning activities tailored to students' needs.
• Track and assess student progress using SCERTS and B-Squared frameworks.
• Liaise with parents, teachers, and other school staff to ensure consistent support for students.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Needs Education or a relevant field.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of special needs classroom teaching experience (ASD/SEMH).
• Experience working in secondary settings.
• Ability to adapt curriculums to meet individual student needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of strategies to support students with social, emotional, and communication challenges.
• Experience with behaviour management and the root causes of challenging behaviours.
• Knowledge of teaching the National Curriculum using a hands-on and functional approach.

Preferred

• Experience with Makaton.
• Commitment to inclusive education and a passion for SEND and Inclusive practice.
• Demonstrable ability to motivate and engage children and adults.
• A “Can do” attitude and a passion for continuous professional development.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.