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SEN Cover Teacher - Specialist Alternative Provision

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SEN Cover Teacher - Specialist Alternative Provision
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £140 - £190 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people?
We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic SEN Cover Teacher to support an Alternative Provision setting in Cheltenham. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and looking to gain further experience within Alternative Provision.
About the Role
As an SEN Cover Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering lessons to learners who may have a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and behavioural needs. You will work closely with teaching assistants, support staff and the wider school team to ensure that every learner receives the individualised support they need to make progress academically, socially and emotionally.
This role would suit a teacher who is patient, adaptable and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
Key Details
- SEN Teacher - Alternative Provision
- Must hold QTS
- Supporting learners with Special Educational Needs
- Cheltenham based
- Start ASAP
- £140 - £190 per day, depending on experience
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
- Term time only
- Clear DBS, or willingness to apply for one
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Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learner needs.
- Provide high quality teaching and learning opportunities across the curriculum.
- Support learners with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and behavioural needs.
- Create a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Build positive, trusting and respectful relationships with learners.
- Adapt teaching strategies and resources to meet individual learning needs.
- Monitor and assess learner progress, providing appropriate feedback and support.
- Work closely with Teaching Assistants and support staff to ensure learners receive consistent support.
- Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, independence and engagement.
- Contribute to personalised learning plans and targeted interventions where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate records of learner progress and development.
- Follow all school policies and procedures and contribute positively to the wider school community.
We are looking for someone who is:
- A qualified and experienced teacher with a genuine passion for SEN education.
- Caring, patient, adaptable and resilient.
- Confident supporting learners with a range of additional needs.
- Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
- Experienced in adapting lessons and teaching approaches to meet individual needs.
- Confident in managing challenging behaviour in a calm and positive manner.
- Able to build strong, positive relationships with learners.
- Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Able to work effectively as part of a wider teaching and support team.
- Experienced within SEN, Alternative Provision or specialist settings is highly desirable.
- In possession of an Enhanced DBS check, or willing to apply for one.


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Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teacher to join a supportive Alternative Provision setting where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. If you are an enthusiastic, compassionate and committed teacher who is passionate about helping young people succeed, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV to this advert.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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