We are seeking a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team, working across Early Years (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1). This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, delivering tailored learning experiences that enable every child to thrive.
You will play a key role in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn.
SEN Teacher (EYFS & KS1)
Location: Burnley
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Salary: £120 – £150 per day until AWR is addressed – then paid in line with the M-Scale of the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to meet a range of special educational needs (e.g. ASD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or complex needs)
- Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs/EHCP targets)
- Foster a supportive and stimulating learning environment for young learners
- Work closely with the SENCo, teaching assistants, and external professionals
- Monitor, assess, and track pupils’ progress, adapting provision as needed
- Support pupils’ social, emotional, and communication development
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Have experience working within SEN settings or with pupils with additional needs, ideally in EYFS/KS1
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of early childhood development and inclusive teaching strategies
- Be patient, nurturing, and highly adaptable
- Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Be committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative staff team
- Access to high-quality training and professional development in SEN
- Well-resourced learning environments
- Opportunities for career progression
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing
How to Apply
Please send your CV, outlining all your relevant experience supporting and teaching children with SEN and additional needs.
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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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.
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