SEN Physical Eductaion Teacher - Immediate start

SEN Physical Education Teacher Needed in Okehampton!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of SEN children through physical education? Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated SEN Physical Education Teacher to work with primary and secondary aged students in Okehampton.

About our Partner School:

Our partner school in Okehampton is an outstanding provider of education for students aged 5-19 with Special Educational Needs, including those with Autism, learning disabilities, communication challenges, and emotional/behavioural difficulties. The school provides a holistic, child-centred approach to learning, offering a safe and welcoming environment where students can develop academically, socially, and emotionally. The school offers a bespoke curriculum, designed to meet the individual needs of each student, with a strong focus on building essential life skills, independence, and confidence.

Position Details:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
• Pay: £170 - £250 per day + SEN Allowence 
• Employer: Teaching Personnel – The UK's leading education recruitment agency

Role Requirements:

• Design and Deliver Adapted PE Lessons: Create engaging, differentiated PE lessons tailored to meet a wide range of additional needs, including autism spectrum condition (ASC), social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH), and moderate learning difficulties (MLD).
• Support Emotional and Physical Development: Encourage confidence, resilience, and social interaction through structured physical activities, supporting students' physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Create a Safe, Inclusive Environment: Use effective classroom and behaviour management strategies to establish a positive, inclusive atmosphere where all pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated.
• Use Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs): Work closely with SENCOs and support staff to integrate EHCP targets and personalised outcomes into PE sessions.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Earn £170 - £250 per day, depending on experience and qualifications, plus an additional SEN allowance.
• Make a Real Difference: Contribute meaningfully to the physical and emotional development of students with a variety of SEN.
• Professional Growth: Access to ongoing CPD opportunities through Teaching Personnel, including behaviour management, trauma-informed teaching, and safeguarding.
• Supportive Network: Join a dedicated community of SEN educators, supported by experienced consultants who understand the challenges and rewards of working in SEN environments.
• Modern Facilities: Teach in a well-resourced setting designed to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTLS)
• Experience working with SEN pupils in a school or alternative provision setting — particularly within PE or sports coaching environments.
• Strong knowledge of inclusive teaching practices, physical development strategies, and adaptive sports equipment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs and helping them reach their potential.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of students with SEN and help them thrive, apply today through Teaching Personnel!

For more details or to submit your application, please contact:
01392 920363
jack.rowland@teachingpersonnel.com

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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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