SEN Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive education provider in St Leonards is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher to join their team. This role involves planning and delivering tailored lessons for students with special educational needs in a supportive environment. A focus on creativity and collaboration is essential, along with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The position offers competitive salary and the opportunity to shape young lives in a caring setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Smaller class sizes

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with SEN/SEMH in a specialist or mainstream setting.
• Strong understanding of learning disabilities and behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Collaborate with therapists and support staff.
• Manage classroom behavior positively.

Skills

Creative teaching

Understanding of autism

Excellent communication

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEN Teacher – Inclusive SEN School – St Leonards

Salary: Competitive (M1 - UPS, dependent on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time
Location: St Leonards

GSL Education are working with an outstanding specialist SEN school in St Leonards that is seeking a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher to join their dedicated team.

Role Overview:

As an SEN Teacher in this inclusive setting, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons to students with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. This school is committed to ensuring every student reaches their potential, and you'll be supported by experienced teaching assistants, therapists, and a collaborative leadership team. This is a chance to teach in an environment where inclusivity isn't just a value – it's the foundation of everything they do.

What You'll Do:

• Plan and deliver creative, individualized lessons tailored to students' abilities and learning styles
• Teach across different key stages with a focus on functional skills, personal development, and independence
• Assess student progress and adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs
• Collaborate with therapists, support staff, and families to implement holistic support plans
• Manage classroom behaviour positively using strategies suited to students' needs
• Contribute to reviews, EHCPs, and IEP development

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential
• Experience teaching students with SEN/SEMH in a specialist or mainstream setting
• Strong understanding of autism, learning disabilities, sensory needs, or behavioural challenges
• Creative, resourceful, and adaptable in your teaching approach
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• A genuine commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing

Why This School:

• Competitive salary on the Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale
• Smaller class sizes with high staff-to-student ratios
• Exceptional resources and facilities tailored for SEN learners
• Supportive environment with strong professional development culture
• The opportunity to truly shape young people's futures

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the 'SEN Teacher – Inclusive SEN School – St Leonards' role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.