Job Description

The Teach Team is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced SEN Teachers to work within specialist provisions and schools supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for educators who are passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

We are looking for teachers who can create nurturing, inclusive learning environments and adapt their teaching to meet the diverse needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver personalised lessons tailored to individual learning needs and EHCP targets.
• Support pupils with a range of needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and moderate to severe learning difficulties.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, adapting strategies where necessary.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists, parents, and external professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils in developing independence and life skills.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Strong understanding of differentiated teaching strategies and inclusive practice.
• Excellent communication, patience, and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable:

• Experience within specialist schools, resource bases, alternative provisions, or SEND units.
• Training in Autism, Team Teach, Makaton, PECS, or other SEND-related interventions.
• Experience working with EHCPs and multi-agency teams.

What The Teach Team Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability.
• Access to a wide network of specialist and mainstream schools.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Long-term, temporary, and permanent opportunities.
• Ongoing CPD and SEND-focused training opportunities.

If you are an enthusiastic SEN Teacher looking to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with The Teach Team and help every learner reach their potential.