SEN English Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Salford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a qualified English teacher to work in a specialist SEN Secondary school in Salford. The role involves delivering tailored lessons and supporting students with moderate special educational needs, including Autism. Ideal candidates will have experience in SEN settings and skills in de-escalation strategies. This position offers competitive pay and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Free CPD training courses

Supportive consultants

Qualifications

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) required.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service needed.
• At least 2 years of employment references.
• Safeguarding training provided.
• Experience with additional needs essential.
• Knowledge of Autism and communication delays preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Support pupils with Autism and communication challenges.
• Create a safe and positive learning environment.
• Use de-escalation and trauma-informed strategies.
• Collaborate with support staff and families.
• Monitor progress and contribute to reviews.

Skills

SEN teaching experience

Empathy and patience

Skilled in de-escalation strategies

Strong communication skills

Lesson planning and adaptation

Commitment to pupil wellbeing

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity. We are looking for qualified, passionate and dedicated English teachers to work in one of our Specialist SEN Secondary schools in the Salford area. You will play a vital role in supporting young people with moderate special educational needs including Autism and communication challenges, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

About the Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs of pupils. Your role will involve:

• Planning and delivering creative, accessible lessons in line with EHCPs
• Supporting pupils with Autism and communication challenges
• Creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Using de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed approaches
• Working closely with support staff and families
• Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and reports

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in SEN teaching, ideally within an education setting
• Empathetic, patient, and resilient
• Skilled in de-escalation and behaviour support strategies
• A strong communicator with pupils, families, and colleagues
• Confident in planning and adapting lessons to meet diverse needs
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Qualifications & Requirements

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• An enhanced DBS on the update service
• At least 2 employment references (at least 2 years)
• Safeguarding training (provided)
• Experience supporting young people with additional needs
• Knowledge of Autism, MLD, and communication delays

Why work with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive rates
• Availability to work Full time and Part time
• Great working hours
• Free CPD training courses
• Supportive consultants who are always ready to help

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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