SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher – Secondary SEN School (Burnley)
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

We are currently recruiting an SEN Teacher on behalf of a Secondary SEN School in Burnley. This is a full-time, long-term role offering an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive specialist provision.

Key Details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
  (Wednesday until 4:30pm for staff meeting)

• Pay: Dependent on skills and experience

• Contract: Full-time, long-term

About the School:
The school supports learners aged 11–19 with generic learning difficulties. The provision offers a structured, nurturing environment where pupils are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. Staff work collaboratively to deliver personalised learning and positive outcomes for every learner.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons across the secondary curriculum

• Meet the individual needs of learners within a specialist SEN setting

• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment

• Adapt teaching approaches to suit a range of abilities and learning styles

• Work closely with teaching assistants, SEN staff, and senior leaders

The Ideal Candidate:

• PGCE with QTS is essential

• SEN experience is desirable, but not essential

• Passion for working in a specialist SEN provision

• Flexible, patient, and resilient approach

• Strong commitment to inclusive education

Working in an SEN school offers a highly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.

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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