SEN Primary Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Withington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational staffing service in Withington is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher to manage a small unit of 7 children with severe and complex needs. The role requires Qualified Teacher Status and a nurturing approach to special education. Candidates should have experience working with SEN pupils and be confident in delivering engaging lessons tailored to diverse learning needs. This is a full-time temporary position with potential for permanence and offers competitive pay and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Ongoing CPD

Supportive team

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience in a specialist setting catering to younger children.
• A nurturing approach to inclusive education.
• Confidence in using creative teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Direct the staff who work in the unit.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with SEN pupils

Excellent communication skills

Behaviour management skills

Job description

SEN Teacher

Location: Withington, M14

Job Type: Full-time

Start Date: January – May 2026

We’re looking for a passionate SEN Teacher who would be able to run a small unit currently comprising 7 children with severe and complex needs and three supporting teaching assistants. All the children are below Year 3 in their chronological ages.

What’s in Store for You?

• Teach and support pupils with a range of special educational needs
• Work alongside a dedicated team that champions individuality and progress
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to diverse learning needs
• Be part of a school that celebrates achievement in all its forms

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience working with SEN pupils in a specialist setting and catering to younger children
• A nurturing approach and commitment to inclusive education
• Someone who can use their experience to direct the staff who work there
• Excellent communication, adaptability, and behaviour management skills
• Confidence in using creative and innovative teaching strategies

Why Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a wide range of SEN teaching opportunities
• Ongoing CPD to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Competitive weekly pay
• A supportive team focused on your success and wellbeing

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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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