Sen Teacher

SEN Teacher – Secondary SEN & SEMH Schools

Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £34,069 – £52,835 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher to join specialist SEN and SEMH secondary schools across Portsmouth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who wants to make a genuine difference to the education, development and wellbeing of young people with additional needs.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and accessible lessons tailored to individual learning needs

• Support secondary-aged students with SEN and SEMH needs

• Create a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment

• Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral teams and other professionals

• Build strong, positive relationships with students

• Support students with their academic, social and emotional development

• Adapt teaching strategies to meet a wide range of abilities and additional needs

• Promote confidence, independence and positive behaviour

We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified teacher (QTS) or have relevant teaching experience

• Have experience working with, or a strong interest in supporting, SEN and SEMH students

• Be patient, resilient and passionate about inclusive education

• Have excellent communication and behaviour-management skills

• Be committed to helping every student reach their individual potential

• Have a nurturing, flexible and consistent approach to teaching

ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply, with appropriate support available.

Salary and Benefits

• £34,069 – £52,835 per annum, dependent on experience and pay scale

• Full-time position

• Start ASAP

• Specialist SEN and SEMH secondary school settings

• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

• Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities

If you're a passionate teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people with additional needs, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more and discuss the available SEN teaching opportunities across Portsmouth.

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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