Teaching Personnel - SEN Science Teacher (GCSE)

January to Easter | Teaching Personnel
Specialist Secondary SEN School – Oxfordshire

Teaching Personnel are recruiting an SEN Science Teacher to teach GCSE Science from January through to the Easter term in a specialist secondary SEN setting in Oxfordshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with small groups of pupils with complex educational needs, including social, emotional and mental health needs and communication difficulties, within a highly supportive environment.

The Role

As an SEN Science Teacher, you will deliver engaging and accessible GCSE Science lessons tailored to meet individual learner needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering differentiated Science lessons aligned with the GCSE curriculum

• Adapting teaching approaches to support a range of SEN needs

• Creating a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment

• Monitoring pupil progress and providing constructive feedback

• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and pastoral staff

The Setting

The school is a specialist secondary provision for pupils aged 11–18, offering small class sizes and a bespoke curriculum focused on academic progress, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher (QTS or equivalent preferred)

• Experience teaching Science at GCSE level

• SEN experience or a strong interest in working within SEN education

• Patient, adaptable and committed to inclusive teaching

• Confident in differentiating lessons and supporting diverse learning needs

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

• Competitive weekly pay

• Access to CPD and SEN-specific training

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a specialist setting

How to Apply

If you are a passionate Science Teacher looking for a rewarding short-term role from January to Easter, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Teaching Personnel.

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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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