SEN Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Maternity Cover 
Main Scale / Upper Pay Scale + SEN Allowance

Are you a passionate, patient, and dedicated teacher looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with special educational needs?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a highly regarded specialist secondary provision to recruit an experienced and compassionate SEN Class Teacher for a maternity cover position through to May 2027.

This rewarding opportunity is ideal for a teacher with experience in either Primary or Secondary education who is committed to supporting pupils with severe and complex learning needs, including autism and associated communication difficulties.

The Role

As a Class Teacher, you will be responsible for creating engaging, personalised learning experiences that enable pupils to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Working closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs and help pupils achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering creative, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supporting pupils with complex learning difficulties and autism.
• Monitoring progress and adapting teaching strategies to maximise achievement.
• Working collaboratively with support staff, therapists, families, and external professionals.
• Promoting independence, confidence, and positive outcomes for all pupils.

About the Setting

The school provides specialist education for secondary-aged pupils with severe and complex learning needs. With a strong focus on personalised learning and holistic development, staff work together to ensure every pupil feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

The setting is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive culture where both pupils and staff are encouraged to thrive.

What’s on Offer?

• Main Scale / Upper Pay Scale plus SEN Allowance.
• High-quality coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to be innovative, creative, and make a lasting difference.
• Access to specialist SEN training and ongoing career development.
• The chance to work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about improving outcomes for young people.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching within Primary and/or Secondary settings.
• Has a strong understanding of SEND, particularly autism and complex learning needs.
• Is patient, adaptable, and committed to inclusive education.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher seeking a rewarding role within a specialist educational setting where every day brings the opportunity to make a genuine difference.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to the appropriate safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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