Job Title: Functional Skills Lecturer
Location: Camberwell, Southwark
Job Type: 0.8 FTE (4 days a week)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
About Us: Our SEN school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs. We pride ourselves on fostering a community where every student can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our commitment to holistic education ensures that we address academic, social, and emotional development.
Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Functional Skills Lecturer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about teaching functional skills (Math, English, ICT) to students with special educational needs, ensuring they are equipped with the essential skills needed for everyday life and future employment.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality lessons in Functional Skills (Math, English, ICT) tailored to the individual needs of our SEN students.
Develop and implement engaging lesson plans and teaching materials that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback and support to help them achieve their goals.
Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to create a holistic learning experience.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters mutual respect and encourages student participation.
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in SEN education.
Qualifications:
A relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS) or equivalent experience.
Proven experience teaching Functional Skills to SEN students.
Strong knowledge of SEN and inclusive teaching practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with students with special educational needs.
Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual learning styles and needs.
Commitment to continuous professional development.
Application Process: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Additionally, if you recommend a friend for a teaching or support role, we’ll reward you with Love to Shop vouchers: £125 for a teacher or teaching assistant who registers and works for 10 days.
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All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.
Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:
– Attend an interview in person;
– Give details for us to complete Reference checks;
– Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.
