SEN Class Teacher

Polaris Education - SEN Class Teacher - Burnley School, BurnleyBasic Salary: £28,000 - £39,520

Contract: Full Time, Term time only

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Burnley, Lancashire

Start Date: Projected September 2026

About our School

Located in Burnley, Lancashire our School has the capacity for up to 48 Pupils and offers safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well-being and personal growth.

Our School will form part of the Polaris Community who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We're incredibly proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

Responsible for the planning and delivery of high quality lessons within the national curriculum whilst meeting the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.

Supporting the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours.

Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met

Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips

Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

Hold qualified teacher status (QTS)

Have a strong basic education to degree level

Previous teaching experience, preferably in EYFS

Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting

Experience of behaviour management and techniques

Committed to professional development and willing to learn

Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

What we offer,

A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)

A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities

An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision

A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Education.

Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

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