SEN Teacher - Full Time

Yeovil | September 2026 Start (Potential for an Earlier Commencement)

Make a Lasting Difference Every Day

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Classroom Teacher to join a highly respected specialist educational setting in Yeovil.

This is a full-time opportunity supporting children and young people aged 4 to 18 with a range of complex additional needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), communication barriers and associated physical needs.

This role offers the chance to become part of a nurturing environment where personalised learning, inclusion and pupil wellbeing are at the heart of everything.

The Position

• Deliver engaging and highly individualised lessons tailored to diverse learning needs
• Create an inclusive atmosphere where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally
• Lead a team of support staff within your classroom
• Monitor attainment and development through meaningful assessment practices
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan targets and annual reviews
• Work collaboratively with therapists, families and multi-agency professionals
• Promote independence, communication and life skills across the curriculum
• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and wider school initiatives
• Maintain a safe, structured and stimulating learning environment

About You

We welcome applications from experienced practitioners and Early Career Teachers.

To be considered, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A minimum of 6 months' childcare experience, particularly supporting children with additional needs
• Strong classroom management and adaptive teaching skills
• A genuine passion for SEND education
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• An understanding of personalised learning approaches

Previous experience within specialist provisions supporting pupils with SLD or PMLD would be advantageous.

Why Join Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive rates of pay aligned to MPS-UPS
• Dedicated specialist consultant support
• Access to free and discounted CPD courses
• Opportunities for career progression within SEND settings
• Pension contributions
• Flexible payroll options
• Long-term stability with potential for a permanent contract
• Access to a wide network of specialist education opportunities

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic educator who believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, we would love to hear from you. Join a committed team where your expertise, creativity and care can have a transformative impact on young 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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