Full time Special Educational Needs RE Class Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

QUALIFICATIONS and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Qualified teacher status

Degree or equivalent

A relevant qualification in the subject areas relevant to the post

Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS) or equivalent

Evidence of ongoing professional development, including RE‑specific CPD or diocesan training (e.g. Diocese of Leeds RE forums, Catholic curriculum development)

Additional theological or RE‑specific study (e.g. PGCert, Masters modules, Diocesan RE training programmes)

EXPERIENCE OF TEACHING

Ability to teach RE to Key Stage 2/3

Ability to teach RE to Key Stage 4

Ability to teach PSHE to Key Stage 2 and/or Key Stage 3 level

Ability to plan consistently good lessons, manage time and keep track of pupil progress

Training or CPD relating to SEN, inclusive practice or multi‑pathway accreditation (Units of Accreditation, GCSE Short Course)

Experience of teaching pupils with SEND

Experience of using strategies to manage challenging behaviours and creating a positive and productive learning environment

Experience of adapting and adjusting teaching methods to meet diverse needs of learners

Demonstrate a drive for creating an inclusive, nurturing learning environment and improving outcomes for students with SEND

Commitment to professional development and staying updated with best practice in education

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Ability to proactively problem-solve with innovative approaches

An understanding of Catholic teachings, values and traditions

Ability and confidence with a wide range of IT tools to enhance teaching, learning, assessment, recording and reporting progress

Knowledge and experience of working with other schools and organisations

Understand and respect the role of other colleagues and professionals and show willingness to collaborate with wider teams in meeting needs of students with SEND

Show understanding and compassion towards students’ individual challenges and learning styles

Ability to listen carefully and communicate relevant information clearly and effectively

What the school offers its staff

• A very supportive environment with a strong commitment to professional development.
• An induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
• A school which actively promotes the well-being of staff.
• A school culture that encourages everyone to achieve their best.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.