Job Description

Job Title: Early Years Teacher (SEN Setting)

📍 M32 9TG - Manchester

🏫 The Orchards

🕒 Full-Time / Long-Term Opportunity

💼 Competitive Daily Rate (Dependent on Experience)

About the Role

The Orchards is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teacher to join their supportive team in an SEN setting based in the M32 area of Manchester. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact supporting young learners with additional needs at the very start of their educational journey.

The successful candidate will have experience or a strong interest in working within Special Educational Needs (SEN) and will be confident adapting teaching approaches to meet a wide range of needs.

The Needs of the School

The Orchards is looking for a teacher who:

Has a nurturing, patient and adaptable approach

Can confidently deliver the EYFS curriculum within an SEN setting

Is experienced in supporting children with ASD, speech and language needs, and developmental delays

Can create engaging, sensory-based and differentiated learning experiences

Works effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team (TAs, SENCO, therapists, parents)

Is proactive in managing behaviour using positive behaviour strategies

Understands EHCPs and can contribute to reviews and progress tracking

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver creative, inclusive Early Years lessons tailored to individual needs

Assess and track pupil progress in line with EYFS and individual learning plans

Provide a safe, structured and stimulating classroom environment

Support social, emotional and communication development

Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals

Maintain accurate records and reports

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Experience teaching within Early Years (Nursery/Reception)

Previous SEN experience is highly desirable

Strong behaviour management skills

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)

Desirable

Experience working in a specialist provision or SEN school

Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or other communication strategies

Safeguarding training

Team Teach or positive handling training

Why Join The Orchards?

Supportive leadership team

Well-resourced SEN environment

Opportunity to make a genuine difference

Potential for long-term or permanent placement

If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher looking for a rewarding role within an SEN setting in Manchester, we would love to hear from you