Science Teacher – SEN Secondary School (Stockport)
Location: Stockport
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Are you an experienced Science Teacher ready to make a real difference? We are seeking a passionate educator to join a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Secondary School in Stockport this January. You’ll be working with pupils who have a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). This is a unique opportunity to inspire and re-engage learners who thrive on tailored support and creative teaching approaches.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and differentiated Science lessons that meet individual learning needs.
- Create a safe, structured classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with SENCOs and support staff to implement personalised learning plans.
- Use innovative strategies to re-engage pupils who have experienced barriers to education.
- Monitor and assess progress, providing constructive feedback to students and staff.
- Contribute to whole-school initiatives aimed at improving engagement and achievement.
Candidate Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
- Prior experience teaching Science at secondary level.
- Strong understanding of SEN needs and strategies for supporting challenging behaviour.
- Resilient, patient, and calm under pressure.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Child & Adult Workforce) – essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about transforming lives through education. If you are experienced, empathetic, and ready for a rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help shape brighter futures.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
.svg){kind=logo}
