Experienced SEND Teacher

Academics Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking an experienced SEND Teacher for a specialist school in Chester. The role requires QTS and a strong background in working with ASD and learning difficulties.

Salary range 130–180 per day, based on experience, with opportunities for long-term, full-time employment for the right candidate. The job involves recording progress, planning engaging lessons, managing behaviour, and collaborating with a supportive staff team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience in a SEND setting with ASD and learning difficulties
• Ability to record progress and manage behaviour in a SEN environment

Responsibilities

• Recording progress by assessing and reporting on students’ development
• Planning engaging, high-quality lessons tailored to SEN learners
• Managing behaviour with supportive strategies; Team Teach training is advantageous but not required
• Collaborating with staff and safeguarding through the DSL to ensure pupil safety

Skills

SEND experience

ASD expertise

Behaviour management

Education

QTS (Qualifying Teacher Status)

Job description

Experienced SEND Teacher needed for a specialist school in Chester!

Location - Chester

Position - Experienced SEND Teacher

Pay - 130 - 180 (based on experience)

Are you a qualified teacher with experience in a SEN setting? Do you have a strong background in working with young people with ASD and learning difficulties?

Academics are looking for a passionate individual to join a supportive school in Chester as an experienced SEND teacher. The ideal candidate has QTS (Qualifying Teacher Status) and is confident working with young people with additional needs. If you are dedicated to delivering crucial education to young people with ASD and other special needs, this could be the role for you!

The Role: Experienced SEND Teacher

Recording Progress - Assessing and reporting on children's and young people's progress within the class.

Learning - Encouraging students to thrive in a positive learning environment, and planning engaging lessons to ensure children and young people receive a high-quality, enjoyable education.

Behaviour Management - Responding appropriately to challenging behaviour and redirecting where necessary. Team Teach training is advantageous, but not necessary.

Collaborating with Staff - Working closely with a friendly and supportive team, and ensuring the safety of children and young people by consulting with the DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead).

About You:

Qualified Teacher Status - Holds QTS and has had experience in a SEND setting, particularly working with children and young people with ASD.

Adaptable and Proactive - Be able to adapt to each different student's way of learning. Also able to adapt and appropriately respond to challenging situations.

KS5 Experience - Experience working with children and young people between the ages of 16 and 19 is ideal, but not essential for the role.

DBS - Hold an enhanced background check (for both children and adults) or be willing to apply for one through Academics.

Chester Based - Based in the Chester area or be able to travel there for work.

If you are genuine about assisting students in their learning and development, and have the qualities needed to be an amazing experienced SEND teacher, we would love to hear from you.

This role has the potential to be long term and full time if you are the correct fit for the school. If you are dedicated to supporting children and young people with special needs,

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.