SEN KS3/KS4 Teacher

Master Class Education; Worthing; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Specialist SEN training

Job summary

Masterclass Education is seeking a dedicated SEN KS3/KS4 Teacher to join a well-regarded SEN all-through school in Worthing. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, adapt learning to meet diverse needs, and work with therapists, TAs and pastoral teams to create an inclusive environment.

The role requires QTS/QTLS, KS3/KS4 experience, and a passion for supporting pupils with additional needs in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS required.
• Experience teaching KS3 and/or KS4.
• SEN/SEMH experience desirable but not essential.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible, patient and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons for KS3/KS4.
• Develop and implement personalised learning strategies.
• Foster positive relationships to support pupil engagement and wellbeing.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and target setting.
• Collaborate with support staff, families and external professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Skills

Classroom management

Relationship building

Adaptive & patient

Inclusive education

Education

QTS/QTLS

Job description

SEN KS3/KS4 Teacher

Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right candidate)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS 1-6 + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)

Masterclass Education is working in partnership with a well-regarded SEN all-through school in Worthing to recruit a dedicated and compassionate KS3/KS4 SEN Teacher to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and wants to make a genuine difference in a nurturing and highly supportive environment.

About the School

The school caters for pupils aged 4-19 with a range of special educational needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Complex and associated learning needs

The school prides itself on providing a personalised curriculum that develops pupils academically, socially, and emotionally, preparing them for successful futures.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and accessible lessons to a KS3 or KS4 class, adapting learning to meet a wide range of needs and abilities. Working closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, and pastoral teams, you will create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs.
• Develop and implement personalised learning strategies.
• Foster positive relationships that support pupil engagement and wellbeing.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and target setting.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, families, and external professionals.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS).
• Experience teaching KS3 and/or KS4 pupils.
• Previous SEN, SEMH, or alternative provision experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• A flexible, patient, and resilient approach.
• Passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• ECTs with relevant SEN placement experience are encouraged to apply.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive leadership team.
• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities.
• Specialist training in SEN and behaviour support.
• Well-resourced classrooms and therapeutic support services.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

If you are an enthusiastic teacher looking for a rewarding role within a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.