Job Title: SEN Post-16 Teacher
Location: Billingshurst, West Sussex
Salary: MPS 1-5
Contract Type: Full-Time | Temp to Perm | Term time only
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Post-16 Teacher to join a dynamic team. This role involves working with young people aged 16-19 with Special Educational Needs (SEN), supporting their educational, social, and emotional development. You will play a crucial role in helping students transition into adulthood, preparing them for further education, employment, or independent living.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of students with a range of SEN, including cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD, and other learning disabilities.
- Support students’ personal development, helping them to build essential life skills, confidence, and independence.
- Develop and maintain individual learning plans (ILPs) and monitor progress.
- Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.
- Promote a positive learning environment that fosters respect, inclusion, and emotional well-being.
- Liaise with parents/carers and keep them informed about their child’s progress.
- Ensure compliance with the school’s safeguarding and health & safety policies.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – SEN qualifications desirable.
- Proven experience working with post-16 students with SEN in an educational setting.
- Strong understanding of SEN teaching strategies, including differentiated instruction and behaviour management techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach to teaching and learning.
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training in SEN education.
- Access to state-of-the-art resources and facilities.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people with SEN.
Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.
Masterclass Education offer many amazing benefits:
- Weekly pay (PAYE)
- A fantastic holiday scheme
- Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support
- MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all of our online learning in the latest education developments. (CPD recognised)
- Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances.
Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale.
Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short and long term contracts. Masterclass are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service.
