Primary SEND Teacher

Connex Education; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Flexible supply work

Weekly PAYE pay

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking a Primary SEND Teacher to work across specialist SEND schools and provisions in North Somerset. The role offers flexible supply, temporary, long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities with daily pay between £150 and £250 PAYE.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, adapt to individual needs, and support pupils in developing communication, confidence and independence. QTS is essential and SEND experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Primary teaching experience required.
• Experience with SEND is desirable.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and personalised learning.
• Ability to adapt teaching for pupils with complex needs.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Flexible and creative teaching approach.
• Commitment to helping every pupil reach potential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging primary lessons.
• Adapt teaching to individual needs and abilities.
• Use practical, sensory and communication-based approaches.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils’ academic, social and personal development.
• Establish clear routines and expectations.
• Monitor progress and adapt learning accordingly.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff.
• Follow individual education, support and care plans.
• Encourage communication, confidence and independence.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching experience

SEND experience

Differentiated learning

Adapt teaching for complex needs

Communication

Flexible, creative teaching

Commitment to pupil potential

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary SEND Teacher

Location: North Somerset
Pay: £150–£250 per day PAYE
Job Type: Flexible Supply, Temporary, Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Start Date: Flexible Supply

About the Role

Connex Education Partnership is looking for Primary SEND Teachers to work across specialist SEND schools and provisions across North Somerset.

This is a great opportunity for a teacher who enjoys small-group teaching, personalised learning and seeing pupils make progress at their own pace.

As a supply teacher, you may work across different specialist settings, adapting lessons and approaches to meet individual learning profiles while helping pupils develop confidence, communication and independence.

The Pupils

You may teach children with a range of learning, communication, sensory, physical and emotional needs.

Depending on the setting, this could include pupils with:

Autism / ASC | SLD | PMLD | Complex learning needs | Communication difficulties | Sensory needs | SEMH | ADHD | Physical or medical needs

Some pupils may require a highly structured approach, while others may benefit from sensory activities, practical learning or additional communication support.

Every pupil is different, and Connex will work with you to identify placements that suit your experience and preferred teaching environment.

Your Role

• Plan and deliver engaging primary lessons
• Adapt teaching to individual needs and abilities
• Use a range of practical, sensory and communication-based approaches
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support pupils’ academic, social and personal development
• Establish clear routines and expectations
• Monitor progress and adapt learning accordingly
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
• Follow individual education, support and care plans
• Encourage communication, confidence and independence

What We’re Looking For

• QTS is essential
• Primary teaching experience
• Experience working with SEND is desirable
• A good understanding of differentiated and personalised learning
• Ability to adapt teaching for pupils with complex needs
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• A flexible and creative approach to teaching
• Commitment to supporting every pupil to achieve their potential

Experience in specialist schools, resource bases, alternative provision or SEND-focused settings would be advantageous.

Why Connex?

• Competitive daily rates that match your experience
• Flexible supply work around your availability
• Day-to-day, temporary and long-term placements
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
• Free SEND Toolkit and CPD training
• Funded formal qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Wellbeing support and refresher training
• Dedicated specialist SEND consultant
• Ongoing support throughout your placements

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.