SEND Teacher Training

SEND Teacher Training Programme – Bicester

Salary: £23,000–£27,000 per annum
Start Date: September/October 2026
Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

Earn While You Train to Become a Qualified SEND Teacher

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Our salaried two-year teacher training programme offers a unique pathway into teaching. You'll spend your first year developing practical classroom experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant before progressing to Initial Teacher Training (ITT), where you'll gain your PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

The Programme

Year 1 – Build Your Experience

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you'll become a valued member of the school team, supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, learning difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs.

You'll learn how to:

• Support pupils to achieve their individual learning goals.
• Adapt teaching and learning activities to meet diverse needs.
• Promote communication, independence and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families.
• Develop the confidence and practical skills needed to begin teacher training.

Throughout the year you'll receive ongoing mentoring, regular training and continuous professional development.

Year 2 – Achieve Your Teaching Qualification

Successful candidates will progress onto a fully supported Initial Teacher Training programme, where you will:

• Work towards your PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Learn to plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons.
• Receive expert coaching from experienced teachers and mentors.
• Graduate ready to begin your career as a qualified SEND teacher.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £23,000–£27,000, depending on experience.
• A salaried route into teaching with no need to choose between earning and training.
• Dedicated mentoring throughout the programme.
• High-quality professional development.
• Clear progression into a teaching career within SEND education.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.

About You

We're looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and committed individuals who are passionate about inclusive education.

You'll ideally have:

• A degree (or be due to graduate before the programme begins).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, resilience and a willingness to learn.
• Experience working with children or young people is an advantage but not essential.

Ready to Start Your Teaching Journey?

If you're excited by the opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, earn a salary, and achieve your PGCE and QTS through a supportive training pathway, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for our September/October 2026 intake in Bicester and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in SEND education.

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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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