SEN Science Teacher

The Esland Group Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education pension

Double matched up to 20%

Company sick pay

Life insurance

Induction training

Career development opportunities

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

EV car scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Recognition awards

Job summary

The Esland Group Ltd is opening a new SEN school in Doncaster and seeks a passionate SEN Science Teacher to join a dedicated team. You will contribute to pupil learning, development and wellbeing while delivering science across key stages in a supportive, inclusive environment.

The role offers a full-time, permanent contract with core hours 8:30am–4:30pm, in Doncaster (DN5). Salary up to £43,194 depending on experience; closing date 31 August 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Sound curriculum knowledge surrounding science
• Proven experience of working with specialist education for young people
• Proven experience of working with young people that challenge
• A committed, conscientious and passionate approach to inclusion
• The ability to plan, evaluate and monitor learning and progress
• The ability to build good relationships with young people and staff members alike
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and use time effectively
• A positive attitude to hard work and challenging situations
• Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pupil learning, development and well-being.
• Help establish a brand new SEN school in Doncaster.
• Deliver science teaching across key stages and support a diverse student body.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create an engaging, inclusive curriculum.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Science curriculum knowledge

Specialist education experience

Experience with challenging pupils

Inclusion and equity

Learning progress planning

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Positive attitude to hard work

Job description

SEN Science Teacher

Application Deadline: 31 August 2026

Department: Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Doncaster School

Compensation: £30,049 - £43,194 / year

Description

Are you a qualified and well-versed Maths Teacher with experience in SEND/SEMH? Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference and help to establish a brand new SEN school?

Become an Eslander and start a truly rewarding career!

Role: SEN Science Teacher

Salary: up to £43,194 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Location: Doncaster, DN5

Contract: permanent

Hours: full time (core hours 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday)

Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2026

Interview date: September 2026 (TBC)

Role start date: betweenSeptember 2026 and October 2026

We are excited to announce that Esland will be opening a new SEN school in Doncaster in September 2026. This is an exciting and fantastic opportunity to be part of a new, specialist provision supporting vulnerable young people aged 7 to 18 years who have SEND and SEMH needs.

Pupils are encouraged to cover a range of qualifications ranging from Entry Level Certificates, through Functional Skills to GCSE.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an outstanding, committed and qualified teacher to contribute to pupil learning, development and well-being.

A flexible approach with a can-do ethos is essential, as is drive, enthusiasm and sense of humour. If you are adaptable, innovative and child focused then we want to hear from you.

We will be looking to recruit a staff team that has a multitude of talents to enable us to provide a rich academic curriculum from the outset and look forward to hearing what additional skills, talents and interests you could bring to this role.

What we need from you:

• Qualified Teacher status


• Sound curriculum knowledge surrounding science (ideally across several key stages)


• Proven experience of working with specialist education for young people


• Proven experience of working with young people that challenge


• A committed, conscientious and passionate approach to inclusion


• The ability to plan, evaluate and monitor learning and progress


• The ability to build good relationships with young people and staff members alike


• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and use time effectively


• A positive attitude to hard work and challenging situations

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices.

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference

What we can offer a SEN Science Teacher:

• A competitive salary of up to £43,194 (depending on experience and qualifications)


• Enrolment into the Esland education pension scheme, which is double matched up to 20%, meaning at total pension contribution of up to 30%


• Company sick pay


• Life insurance to the value of 4 times your basic salary


• Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role


• Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 100 colleagues last year


• Cycle to work scheme


• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including our Online GP 24/7, 365 days a year


• Access to our Green Hybrid and EV car scheme


• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme


• Monthly recognition awards


• Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together


• The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!

We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time!