Long-Term SEN Teacher for SEMH & Autism (Worthing)

Supply Desk Ltd; Worthing; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term placement Jan–July 2027

Competitive rates dependent on exp & q

Impactful work in specialist education

Consultant support from Supply Desk

Access to more opportunities acrossSus

Ongoing placement guidance

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd. is partnering with a specialist school in Worthing to recruit an SEN Teacher for a January to July 2027 position. This long-term role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, and complex learning needs, delivering differentiated lessons and fostering a calm, inclusive classroom.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or an equivalent qualification, be adaptable, resilient and committed to pupil progress, and be able to collaborate with the wider support team and families.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching pupils with special educational needs.
• Understands SEMH, Autism and the challenges associated with complex needs.
• Is confident using adaptive teaching and differentiated learning strategies.
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management and relationship‑building skills.
• Is calm, compassionate, adaptable and resilient.
• Works effectively as part of a wider support team.
• Is committed to helping every pupil make progress in a way that works for them.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual abilities and needs.
• Support pupils with SEMH, Autism and complex needs.
• Establish clear routines and maintain a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support communication, engagement and emotional regulation.
• Promote positive behaviour and build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Monitor progress and contribute to individual learning targets and development plans.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, families and other professionals.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.

Skills

Adaptive teaching

Behaviour management

Differentiated instruction

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Supply Desk Ltd. is partnering with a specialist school in Worthing to recruit an SEN Teacher for a January to July 2027 position. This long-term role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, and complex learning needs, delivering differentiated lessons and fostering a calm, inclusive classroom.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or an equivalent qualification, be adaptable, resilient and committed to pupil progress, and be able to collaborate with the wider support team and families.