SEN Class Teacher

Barraclough School

SEN Class Teacher

£38000

Barraclough School, Huddersfield, Kirklees

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 29 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c52624e178a147b59e3159010761412a

Full Job Description

Located in Huddersfield, Kirklees our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 18 years old.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have six SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, varied and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected 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, 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.

  • Hold qualified teacher status (QTS)

  • Have a strong basic education to degree level

  • Previous successful teaching experience

  • 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.