SEN Teacher

This specialist further education provision supports learners aged 14 to 18 with a diverse range of SEN needs, including communication differences, learning disabilities, physical needs and social–emotional challenges. The environment is highly unique, set within expansive natural grounds, offering students opportunities to learn both in the classroom and through outdoor, vocational and enterprise-based activities.

Students engage in meaningful experiences such as animal care, horticulture, hospitality, retail and community projects—helping them develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher with QTS to deliver engaging, personalised and skills-focused learning programmes. The role blends classroom teaching with practical, hands-on activities, supporting learners to progress academically, develop independence and prepare for adulthood.

• Plan and deliver lessons tailored to individual learning profiles

• Support students with complex SEN needs in academic, practical and vocational tasks

• Use a range of communication strategies, including visual aids and alternative communication methods

• Work collaboratively with tutors, support staff and pastoral teams

• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence and functional life skills

• Track progress and contribute to personalised learning plans

• Support learning across various environments, including outdoor and enterprise-based settings

Essential Experience & Skills

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN

• A nurturing, adaptable and creative teaching approach

• Confidence in supporting learners with diverse and complex needs

• Strong communication and behaviour-support skills

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay

• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support

• Access to high-quality SEN and behaviour CPD

• Easy online portal for timesheets, training and availability

• Opportunities for long-term progression and specialist roles

Safeguarding

All roles require an enhanced DBS check and full safeguarding clearance. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to safeguarding the welfare of young people.

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.
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