KS1 SEND Teacher

Step Teachers; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a KS1 SEND Teacher for a permanent full-time position starting September 2026 in Bolton. This role involves delivering high-quality teaching to Key Stage 1 pupils with additional needs, supporting their development in a calm and engaging environment. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status, experience in Key Stage 1, and a strong background in SEND. The position offers a competitive salary dependent on experience, paid weekly through PAYE, ensuring a supportive and inclusive education framework.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1.
• Strong background in supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs.
• Mainstream KS1 teachers with strong SEND experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging KS1 lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH through structured teaching.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress and adapt teaching as needed.

Skills

Supporting pupils with SEND

Teaching in Key Stage 1

Calm and patient approach

Strong communication skills

Commitment to inclusive education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Job description

KS1 SEND Teacher – Permanent, full time from September 2026

This KS1 SEND Teacher role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive and structured setting, delivering high-quality teaching to pupils with additional needs in Key Stage 1. The role is well-suited to a KS1 SEND Teacher or an experienced mainstream KS1 teacher with a strong background in supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH. Teaching focuses on creating a calm, predictable environment where pupils can build confidence, engagement, and early learning foundations.

Duties as KS1 SEND Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging KS1 lessons adapted to meet a range of additional learning needs


• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH through structured, nurturing teaching approaches


• Differentiate lessons to support early literacy, numeracy, and personal development


• Create a calm, consistent, and supportive classroom environment


• Use positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies effectively


• Monitor and assess pupil progress, adapting teaching to individual needs


• Work closely with support staff and wider teams to deliver inclusive practice


• Build strong relationships with pupils to support confidence and engagement


• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

Ideal KS1 SEND Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent recognised teaching qualification


• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1


• Strong background in supporting pupils with SEND or SEMH needs


• Mainstream KS1 teachers with strong SEND experience are encouraged to apply


• Calm, patient, and resilient teaching approach


• Strong communication and collaboration skills


• Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

Salary: Dependent on experience, paid weekly through PAYE.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people. All staff undergo the required safeguarding checks.