SEN Primary Teacher at Odyssey House School
Expiring Tomorrow
Expiring Tomorrow
Salary subject to experience in line with TPS
About this Role
Primary Teacher (SEN)
Wokingham, Berkshire
£35,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Full-time | 8:30am–5:00pm
Must have the right to work in the UK
Make a real difference in a small, supportive school
Odyssey House School is a Good-rated special school with
just 36 students, offering a calm, nurturing environment where staff can build
strong relationships and deliver personalised learning.
We are seeking a Primary Teacher to teach small groups of
students with high-functioning autism, anxiety and emotionally based school
avoidance (EBSA). You will be supported by Teaching Assistants and an
experienced SENCO, enabling you to focus on high-quality teaching and positive
outcomes for every child.
What you’ll do
- Plan
and deliver engaging, differentiated primary lessons across core subjects
- Support
students working at a range of levels, including personalised and
functional learning pathways
- Monitor
progress and provide clear, supportive feedback
- Work
collaboratively with colleagues and support staff
- Provide
pastoral support as a tutor/key adult
What we offer
- Small
class sizes and strong staff-to-student ratios
- Support
from an experienced SENCO and leadership team
- Purpose-designed,
well-resourced learning environment
- Opportunities
for professional development in SEN and inclusive practice
- A
positive, team-focused culture with wellbeing at its core
Who we’re looking for
- QTS
(or working towards) or relevant primary teaching experience
- A
passion for inclusive education and supporting pupils with additional
needs
- A
calm, flexible and nurturing approach
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and
references in line with KCSIE.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Evidenced through: Application
Essential
Desirable
QTS
X
Good Honours Degree in a relevant subject
X
Further evidence of study
X
Experience
Evidenced through: Application
Essential
Desirable
Experience working within a Special Educational Needs setting
X
Proficient in the use of MS office, especially Word and Excel
X
Experience of working on a tight deadline
X
Experience working with children/young people with SEND and/or short-term difficulties (e.g. behavioural difficulties, mental health, physical disabilities)
X
Skills and Knowledge
Evidenced through: Application
Essential
Desirable
Understanding of the requirements in education for their particular subject
X
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
X
Ability to relate to people at all levels
X
High level of confidentiality
X
Strong organisational and time management skills
X
Excellent attention to detail
X
Confidence to speak
X
Ability to deal with conflicting workloads
X
An understanding of how to support children with social interaction skills
X
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
X
Safeguarding of children and young people
X
Has a high level of initiative
X
Personal Qualities
Evidenced through: Application
Essential
Desirable
Patient and calm
X
Desire to provide the best possible opportunities for all pupils
X
Able to create good relationships with children, staff, parents and external agencies
X
Self-motivated
X
Have a professional, helpful and friendly approach in order to ensure a positive image is conveyed
X
Be committed to OES values and ethos
X
Related Documents
Contact Details
Harriet Sharp
harriet.sharp@odysseyeducation.org.uk
Odyssey House School
Open Data obtained from: Department for EducationBerkshire
RG40 1PA
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