BTEC Teacher

Purpose of the Role

To plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching that meets the diverse needs of pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours. The Teacher will model professional integrity and the EPIC values, work collaboratively within the school community, and adhere strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct to promote a safe, respectful, and nurturing learning environment.

About New Ways College

New Ways is an Outstanding Independent SEN School with two locations. Our KS3 students are based at our South Birmingham site (B38), while KS4 and KS5 students attend our college site in North Worcestershire (B60). We cater to students aged 11-19 with special educational needs, primarily related to Autism. Our school provides a safe, low-sensory environment alongside an ambitious curriculum that includes a range of GCSEs and enrichment opportunities. We are committed to ensuring that all students achieve the best possible outcomes and are fully prepared for their transition into further education, employment, training, and adulthood.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-informed lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils, including those with SEND and trauma histories.
• Use assessment data to monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development through trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, consistent with the school’s behaviour policy and Staff Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and specialist staff to provide effective support

Requirements

• Proven experience teaching pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in special education settings.
• QTS/QTLS qualification
• Commitment to professional conduct, safeguarding, and the Staff Code of Conduct.
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess effective teaching and learning
• Resilience, empathy, adaptability, and passion for supporting vulnerable pupils

Benefits of Joining [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference verification.

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