Job Title:

SEN Teacher

Location:

Specialist education setting across local learning hubs (East Midlands region)

Contract Type:

Permanent, Full-Time (Term Time Only - 39 weeks, 40 hours per week)

Salary:

M1 to M6 depending on skills and experience (£32,916 to £45,352 per annum for September starters)

Role Overview

We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teacher to deliver personalised learning to children and young people with special educational needs.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting learners who face barriers to mainstream education. You will help them re-engage with learning, build confidence and achieve their potential through flexible, creative and inclusive teaching approaches.

About the Provision

The provision supports learners aged 7-19 through personalised and flexible education pathways. It offers a blend of academic and vocational learning in safe, supportive environments designed to meet diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised learning to small groups and on a one-to-one basis across local hubs
• Adapt curriculum content and teaching strategies to meet a wide range of SEN needs
• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners and advocate for their individual needs
• Involve learners and families in planning, decision-making and progress reviews
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety and compliance
• Support assessments, progress tracking, reporting and EHCP-related documentation
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to gather learner information and maintain accurate records
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as required

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong understanding of adapting curriculum and teaching for learners with SEN
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Experience supporting young people with anxiety and diverse learning needs
• Ability to build trust and positive relationships with learners and families
• Understanding of structured and visual teaching approaches
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Willingness to travel between sites

Desirable:

• Experience working within alternative provision or specialist education settings
• Experience delivering personalised or therapeutic-informed learning approaches

Key Attributes

• Compassionate and learner-focused
• Creative and adaptable in teaching practice
• Resilient and solution-focused
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Committed to improving outcomes for young people

Safeguarding & Compliance

• This role is subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check
• The position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must disclose relevant convictions in line with current guidance
• The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Equal opportunities employer

Additional Information

• The role requires regular travel between local learning hubs
• Candidates may be subject to online checks as part of the recruitment process
• The vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received