Inspiring SEND Teacher for KS3 (ASD/SEMH) — September 2026

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a qualified SEND teacher for a specialist school in Rochdale. The role is a temporary supply position from September 2026 to cover sickness, teaching KS3 with ASD/SEMH needs, five days a week, 8.30am–3.30pm. Part-time options possible if at least 3 days.

The ideal candidate holds QTS or QTLS, has recent SEND experience, and is prepared for DBS/clearance checks and right-to-work verification. CV with history is required.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS Status or QTLS.
• Recent experience teaching students aged 11–16 with SEND.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure and clearances (if applicable) and professional references checks.
• Provide a CV with full employment/education history and explain employment gaps.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Key Stage 3 class with ASD, SEMH and other emotional/behavioural needs.
• Create imaginative, adapted lessons to meet individual student needs.
• Work collaboratively with staff, pupils, parents and the multidisciplinary team.
• Direct and support teaching assistants to deliver lessons.

Skills

Inclusion mindset

Collaboration

Lesson planning

Team leadership

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a qualified SEND teacher for a specialist school in Rochdale. The role is a temporary supply position from September 2026 to cover sickness, teaching KS3 with ASD/SEMH needs, five days a week, 8.30am–3.30pm. Part-time options possible if at least 3 days.

The ideal candidate holds QTS or QTLS, has recent SEND experience, and is prepared for DBS/clearance checks and right-to-work verification. CV with history is required.