SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher – Alternative Provision

Location: Birkenhead & across Wirral
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent or Supply Options Available
Start Date: September 2026

Teaching Personnel’s Wirral branch is currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teacher to join a well-established Alternative Provision in Birkenhead, with additional sites across the Wirral.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who thrives in a supportive yet challenging environment, working with students who require additional behavioural and emotional support.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and tailored lessons, primarily focused on STEM subjects, to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those with:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Challenging behaviours
• Barriers to mainstream education

You will play a key role in creating a positive, safe and structured learning environment, supporting students both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality STEM lessons differentiated to meet individual needs
• Manage and support students displaying challenging behaviours
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Track student progress and contribute to individual learning plans

Requirements

• Proven experience as an SEN Teacher is essential
• Strong background working with SEMH and challenging behaviours
• Ability to engage and motivate students who may be disengaged from education
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (QTLS)
• Resilient, patient and adaptable approach

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary between £30,000 – £40,000
• Flexible working options: Permanent or Supply roles available
• Supportive school leadership and staff team
• Opportunities for professional development
• Rewarding role making a real difference to young people’s lives

If you are a committed SEN Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a dynamic Alternative Provision setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel – Wirral Branch.

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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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