Music SEN Teacher

Remedy Recruitment Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group seeks a Part-Time Music Teacher to join a therapeutic SEN provision in Colchester. This role focuses on using music to support children with special educational needs, requiring a recognized teaching qualification and experience in similar settings. The successful candidate will engage with pupils creatively while collaborating with therapeutic staff to enhance the children's emotional and social skills.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching music in SEN or therapeutic settings.
• Nurturing, trauma-informed approach.
• Ability to adapt activities for non-verbal or neurodivergent learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging music sessions tailored for diverse needs.
• Collaborate with therapists and staff for support plans.
• Support social and emotional development through music.

Skills

Classroom management

Emotional regulation

Adaptability

Communication

Creativity

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)

Job description

Remedy are looking for a Part-Time Music Teacher to join a therapeutic SEN provision in Colchester, using the power of music to support and engage children and young people with a range of special educational needs, including ASD, SEMH, and complex learning difficulties.

About the Provision

The setting offers a safe, nurturing environment where pupils are supported both educationally and therapeutically. They value creativity, expression, and emotional well-being, and music plays a vital role in the holistic, child-centred approach.

Above the Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging, adaptive music sessions tailored to a wide range of needs and abilities
• Use music to support emotional regulation, communication, and self-expression
• Collaborate with therapists, teaching staff, and families to create joined-up support plans
• Contribute to the wider creative curriculum and school community
• Support pupils' social and emotional development through therapeutic, inclusive practice

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Experience teaching music in SEN or therapeutic settings (formal or informal)
• A nurturing, trauma-informed approach
• Strong classroom management and behaviour regulation strategies
• Ability to adapt music activities for non-verbal or neurodivergent learners

If you are interested in this position please email your CV over