SEN Teacher

We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teacher to join a supportive school, where you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

This is a rewarding role for an individual who is committed to delivering high-quality, personalised learning experiences that enable every pupil to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.
About the Role
As an SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of pupils with a range of learning difficulties and additional needs. Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals, you will create a positive, nurturing learning environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and motivated to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess creative, engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Develop and implement personalised learning programmes and strategies.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that promotes independence, confidence, and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and support staff to maximise pupil outcomes.
• Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where necessary.
• Contribute to the development and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Foster positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour through supportive and consistent behaviour management strategies.
• Ensure safeguarding and the welfare of all pupils remain a priority at all times.

About You
We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, either in a specialist or mainstream setting.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of inclusive teaching practices and differentiated learning.
• Has experience supporting pupils with needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
• Is patient, resilient, adaptable, and committed to helping every child succeed.
• Has excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with EHCPs and annual reviews.
• Knowledge of communication approaches such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC.
• Experience using sensory and therapeutic approaches to learning.
• Additional SEND or specialist teaching qualifications.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• A collaborative team dedicated to inclusive education.
• Competitive salary
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people every day.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.