SEND Teacher – Full-Time Permanent Role – Yeovil

Join a Specialist Setting Where Every Child Matters

An exceptional specialist school in Yeovil is recruiting a Classroom Teacher to support children and young people aged 4 to 18 with profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, autism and communication needs.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity with an immediate start available.

The school is recognised for its highly inclusive ethos, personalised curriculum and commitment to helping pupils achieve meaningful progress both inside and outside the classroom.

About the Role

You will deliver engaging lessons designed around individual learning pathways while supporting pupils with complex educational and personal care needs.

Staff work closely with therapists, support assistants and families to provide holistic support and encourage independence.

The successful teacher will create motivating learning experiences that build confidence, communication and life skills.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months childcare experience supporting children with SEN
• Experience within SEND environments desirable
• ECTs welcome to apply
• Strong classroom management skills
• Compassionate and patient approach
• Ability to adapt learning creatively
• Confidence working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver differentiated lessons across the curriculum
• Support pupils with communication and sensory needs
• Create safe, stimulating and structured learning spaces
• Monitor progress and contribute to personalised learning targets
• Work alongside therapists and teaching assistants
• Encourage social development and independence
• Support educational visits and enrichment opportunities
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing

Why Join This School?

• Highly supportive and experienced leadership team
• Extensive SEND training and CPD opportunities
• Collaborative working culture
• Well-resourced classrooms and specialist facilities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Rewarding and meaningful teaching experiences daily

Benefits of Working Through Teaching Personnel

• Permanent employment opportunities
• Dedicated consultant guidance
• Competitive rates of pay
• Interview preparation and career support
• Opportunities across specialist schools throughout the region

If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to support pupils with complex needs to achieve their potential, this could be the ideal next step in your teaching career.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Enhanced DBS and reference checks are required.

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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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