Job Description

SEND Teacher – The reason some pupils don’t give up

Not every classroom runs on neat lesson plans and tidy outcomes.

Some run on patience.

On trust.

On the moment a child finally feels safe enough to try.

If that’s what drives your teaching, you’ll feel right at home here.

We’re looking for a SEND Teacher for a school in South Leeds who understands that progress isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s a look, a word, a small step forward that no one else notices… but you do

You’ll be working across specialist and alternative settings, supporting pupils who need consistency, structure, and someone who genuinely understands them.

What your role will really look like

This is teaching, just in a different way.

Shaping learning around each pupil, not squeezing them into a one-size-fits-all approach

Building trust with children who don’t give it easily

Working closely with TAs, SENCOs, and therapists as part of a supportive team

Supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH, PMLD, and complex needs

Turning challenging moments into meaningful breakthroughs, no matter how small

And those small wins? They mean everything ✨

Why SEND teachers choose this kind of role or transition from mainstream

You’re not here for easy days, you’re here for meaningful ones.

The chance to teach in a way that truly reflects your values

Support from teams who understand SEND, not just talk about it

Opportunities across specialist schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions

A pathway to long-term or permanent roles where you can settle and grow

You’ll thrive here if you…

✔️ Stay calm when the day doesn’t go to plan

✔️ Adapt naturally — no two pupils, or days, are ever the same

✔️ Put relationships first, because that’s where real progress begins

✔️ Believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and capable

What you’ll need

QTS or strong experience within SEND settings

A patient, compassionate approach

Confidence adapting lessons to meet a wide range of needs

⭐ What you’ll get back

Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella hassle

Free CPD, including SEND and behaviour support

A consultant who actually listens, not just fills roles

Flexible opportunities that work around you

Quick one… are you Thrive trained?

If you are, amazing — schools love it.

If not, we’ve got you covered. We offer free Thrive training, giving you practical tools to support emotional development and help you stand out even more in SEND settings.

Looking for something that actually matters?

If you’re ready for a role where you’ll feel the impact every single day, let’s have a chat.

No pressure — just a conversation about what’s right for you

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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