KS2 SEN Teacher

Blackstone; Taunton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a SEND Teacher in Taunton to plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching for students with complex needs. Responsibilities include tailoring lessons, adapting strategies based on assessments, and fostering academic and emotional development in a nurturing environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from £27,456 to £43,014, along with numerous professional development opportunities and a supportive team structure.

Benefits

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Fully funded training and development

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Employee wellbeing app

Staff discount schemes

Staff Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or QTLS.
• Experience in teaching pupils with SEND, complex needs, and challenging behavior.
• Resilient, empathetic, and committed to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver inclusive, engaging lessons for pupils.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support pupil progress.
• Maintain high expectations and communicate effectively with families.

Skills

Teaching students with complex needs

Trauma-informed practices

Curriculum understanding

Assessment adaptation

Behavior management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)

Job description

As a SEND Teacher, you will plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching to small groups and individual pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours. You will use trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development, working closely with teaching assistants, clinical colleagues, and families. You will be a positive role model who promotes high expectations, strong relationships, and a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence‑informed lessons tailored to individual pupil needs
• Adapt teaching strategies using assessment data to support pupil progress
• Promote pupils' academic, social, and emotional development through trauma‑informed practice
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning in line with school policy
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and multi‑disciplinary professionals
• Prepare resources, take registers, mark work, and complete reports and reviews
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress, attendance, and behaviour
• Actively promote pupil wellbeing, resilience, and independence
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and adhere to the Staff Code of Conduct

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)
• Proven experience teaching pupils with SEND, complex needs, and challenging behaviour
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in SEND settings
• Experience or interest in trauma‑informed and therapeutic approaches
• Passionate advocate for children and young people with SEND
• Resilient, empathetic, adaptable, and committed to continuous professional development

Benefits & Conditions

• Salary: £27,456‑£43,014 (dependent on post‑qualification experience)
• Term Time Only: 40 weeks per year (September‑July), including 10 mandatory training days
• Permanent, full‑time contract (40 hours per week)
• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Life assurance
• Employee wellbeing app and staff discount schemes
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Staff Referral Scheme – split a £500 referral bonus

About the School

At this School, we provide therapeutic, relationship‑led education for children and young people with complex special educational needs. Our school is part of an Education Group, a leading provider of education and care, and is supported by a friendly, professional, and multi‑disciplinary team. School tours are warmly welcomed as part of the interview process.

Safeguarding & Equality

This Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference verification, and safer recruitment checks. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and actively support veterans and service personnel through our Armed Forces Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews where military experience is evidenced.