Art and Design Teacher in Canterbury - Tradewind Recruitment

Art and Design SEN Teachers Needed in Canterbury for Upcoming September Roles

4 days a week position
MPS/UPS Pay Scale

Are you passionate about transforming the educational experience for children with Special Educational Needs? Do you thrive in creating inclusive, supportive environments where every child is celebrated and empowered? If so, we want to hear from you!

Position: Art and Design SEN Teacher
Location: Canterbury, Kent

Our client SEN schools in Chatham provide tailored education for pupils with a variety of needs Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. These schools offer nurturing, structured settings that focus on helping each child reach their full potential.

As a Art and Design SEN Teacher, you will play a key role in planning and delivering engaging, individualised lessons that meet the needs of pupils with diverse and complex learning profiles. You'll work as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, fostering a safe and inclusive environment where children can thrive both academically and emotionally.

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that meet the unique needs of SEN pupils.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists, and other staff to support individual learning plans.
• Regularly assess progress and adapt strategies to promote academic and personal growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers and external professionals.
• Uphold school safeguarding and SEN policies at all times.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching children with SEN, particularly those with ASD, SEMH, and complex needs.
• Passion for inclusive education and making a positive impact.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Enhanced Child-only DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Full legal right to work in the UK.

• Competitive daily and permanent pay rates.
• Access to 2,500+ accredited CPD courses via the National College.
• Recommend a friend and earn up to £100 in referral rewards.
• Tailored interview coaching and lesson planning support.
• Online portal for timesheets and job updates.
• Social events and networking opportunities with fellow educators.

If you're a committed and compassionate Art and Design SEN Teacher, we'd love to speak with you about opportunities in Canterbury. Be a part of something meaningful and help us empower children with SEN to thrive.

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