SEN Class Teacher

Polaris Community; Higham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

Polaris Education is seeking a SEN Class Teacher for a Burnsley school in Burnley, Lancashire. The role involves planning and delivering high quality lessons under the national curriculum while meeting the SEMH needs of all pupils.

The post requires strong classroom management and collaborative work with the school team. The successful candidate will hold QTS, have degree-level education, and relevant teaching experience with SEMH.

Qualifications

• Holding QTS and ability to teach within the national curriculum.
• Strong base of education to degree level with relevant subject knowledge.
• Experience delivering lessons to pupils with SEMH needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that meet SEMH needs within the national curriculum.
• Support the class team to facilitate learning and promote positive behaviours.
• Report pupil progress and liaise with staff to meet individual needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time and on trips/activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and drive learning outcomes.

Skills

QTS

Degree level

Teaching experience

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Professional development

DBS check

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

Polaris Education - SEN Class Teacher - Burnley School, Burnley

Basic Salary: 28,000 - 39,520

Contract: Full Time, Term time only

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Burnley, Lancashire

Start Date: Projected September 2026

About our School

Located in Burnley, Lancashire our School has the capacity for up to 48 Pupils and offers safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well‑being and personal growth.

Our School will form part of the Polaris Community who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We're incredibly proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning and delivery of high quality lessons within the national curriculum whilst meeting the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
• Supporting the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours.
• Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
• Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS)
• Have a strong basic education to degree level
• Previous successful teaching experience
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

What we offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Education.

Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.