SEND / SEMH Teacher – Full-time & Part-time Roles | September Start
Locations: Salford, Bolton & Bury
PGCE & UK QTS Essential
Are you a passionate and qualified teacher ready to take the next step in your SEN / SEMH teaching journey?
We’re looking for committed, creative, and compassionate educators to join welcoming specialist schools across Salford, Bolton and Bury this September. Whether you’re seeking a full-time role or a flexible part-time position, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
About the Role:
As a SEND Teacher, you’ll plan and deliver engaging, tailored lessons to small groups of students with a range of needs including Autism (ASD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and other complex learning needs. Working closely with experienced teaching assistants and support staff, you’ll help create a nurturing environment where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Responsibilities:
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Lead and inspire: Design and deliver differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs and spark curiosity.
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Adapt with care: Use a creative, flexible approach to adapt learning materials and classroom strategies.
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Work as a team: Collaborate with TAs and SENCOs to support learning, behaviour, and well-being.
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Encourage independence: Build key communication, social, and life skills to help pupils gain confidence and autonomy.
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Foster inclusion: Create a warm, inclusive classroom where students feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn.
What You Need:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – PGCE or equivalent UK teaching qualification is essential
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Experience working with SEND – ideally including ASD, PMLD, or similar needs
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Strong classroom leadership – with the ability to adapt, differentiate, and engage diverse learners
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Compassion and commitment – a genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
What We Offer:
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Pay to scale, reflecting your experience and qualifications
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Weekly pay through PAYE – no agency or umbrella deductions
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Permanent opportunities available
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Working hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
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Supportive school teams and small class sizes
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Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
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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