SEN Primary Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider seeks a dedicated SEN Teacher in Portsmouth to work with pupils with various Special Educational Needs. This role involves delivering tailored learning programs and nurturing student growth in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess QTS/QTLS and strong relationship-building skills, enabling them to make a lasting impact on their students' lives.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD tailored to SEN

Competitive salary with SEN allowance

Supportive teaching team

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS/QTLS.
• Experience in working within specialist settings preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke learning programs for students with SEN.
• Nurture emotional, social, and academic development.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team.

Skills

Resilience

Relationship-building skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Adaptive teaching style

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

SEN Teacher – SEN Provisions
Location: Portsmouth| Full-Time, Fixed term| Start Date: September 2025

Are you a passionate, resilient educator who thrives in dynamic environments and believe that every challenge is an opportunity for growth?

We're seeking a committed and inspiringSEN Teacherto join our Primary specialist provision inPortsmouth, working with pupils who have a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN)

This is more than just teaching; it's about positively impacting lives.You’ll work as part of a supportive team who are dedicated to nurturing the emotional, social, and academic development of young people. With class sizes kept small, your work will be focused and impactful.

Your days will be diverse—no two are the same. From delivering bespoke learning programs to celebrating small victories, you’ll play a key role in helping students build trust, resilience, and belief in themselves.

• A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with a passion for SEN and/or SEMH education.

• Experience (or strong interest) in working within specialist settings.

• Anunshakeable resilience

• Exceptional relationship-building skills—you believe connection comes before correction.

• Creativity, flexibility, and an adaptive teaching style to meet individual needs.

• A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.

• A warm, welcoming team that truly supports one another.

• Ongoing CPD tailored to SEN development and leadership.

• Competitive salary with SEN allowance

This isn’t your average teaching job—it’s a calling.If you're ready to make a real difference, join us on our mission to build brighter futures, one relationship at a time.

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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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