About this role
Person specification
Criteria
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications and experience
Qualified teacher status (not for UQTs)DegreeSuccessful special school experienceTraining and experience of using a range of specialist strategiesSkills and knowledge
Knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to apply to teaching in a specialist settingKnowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies for pupils with special educational needsA good understanding of how children learnAbility to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needsAbility to use skills and knowledge and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider school communityKnowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children and how to implement it effectivelyKnowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and commitment to follow whole school protocols to support emotional regulationGood ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learningPersonal qualities
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the schoolHigh expectations for children’s attainment and progressAbility to work under pressure and prioritise effectivelyCommitment to maintaining confidentiality at all timesCommitment to safeguarding and equalityNotes:
This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the postholder
Person specification
Essential
Qualifications and experience
Essential
Qualified teacher status (not for UQTs)Degree DesirableSuccessful special school experienceTraining and experience of using a range of specialist strategiesSkills and knowledge
Essential
Knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to apply to teaching in a specialist settingKnowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies for pupils with special educational needsA good understanding of how children learnAbility to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needsAbility to use skills and knowledge and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider school communityKnowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children and how to implement it effectivelyKnowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and commitment to follow whole school protocols to support emotional regulationGood ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learningPersonal qualities
Essential
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the schoolHigh expectations for children’s attainment and progressAbility to work under pressure and prioritise effectivelyCommitment to maintaining confidentiality at all timesCommitment to safeguarding and equalityNotes:
This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the postholder