SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher – Secondary Provision 

Location: Burnley
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Staff Meeting: Tuesdays until 4:40pm
Contract: Full-time, long-term supply
Pay: Depenent on skills and experience
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a committed and adaptable SEN Teacher to work in a Secondary SEN provision in Burnley, delivering education using a primary-style model. This role is ideal for both secondary and primary trained teachers, and primary teachers are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Role:

• Teach pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs within a secondary setting using a primary-based approach

• Deliver engaging, practical, and sensory-informed lessons

• Adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs

• Create a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

• Work collaboratively with support staff, SEN professionals, and leadership

• Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have a strong understanding of a range of SEN needs, including sensory and practical learning approaches

• Be confident delivering differentiated lessons across ability levels

• Have experience working with SEN pupils (school or specialist provision experience desirable)

• Hold QTS or relevant teaching qualification (primary or secondary)

• Be patient, flexible, and passionate about inclusive education

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time, long-term supply role starting ASAP

• Consistent working hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday

• Weekly staff meeting on Tuesdays until 4:40pm

• Supportive staff team and leadership

• A rewarding role making a real difference to pupils with additional needs

If you are an SEN Teacher looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive provision, or a primary teacher keen to work within a secondary SEN setting, we would welcome your application.

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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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