SEN Secondary Science Teacher Sheffield

Academics Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,140 - 36,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Career Development

Supportive Consultants

Work-Life Balance

Referral Rewards

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is looking for a resilient SEN Science Teacher to join their supportive team in Sheffield. This temporary position focuses on delivering tailored science lessons to students with diverse learning needs, including autism and ADHD. The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent, experience in adapting lessons, and skills in using assistive technology. Enjoy term-time hours that allow for a balanced work-life, along with competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4.
• Ability to adapt lessons for cognitive and sensory needs.
• Strong use of visual supports and practical experiments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Science curriculum to small classes.
• Adapt lessons for students with autism, ADHD, and SEMH.
• Collaborate with TAs and therapists for individual support.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Visual Support Usage

Practical Science Teaching

Education

QTS or equivalent

Tools

Assistive Technology

Job description

Job Title: SEN Science Teacher – Specialist Provision – Sheffield

Location: Sheffield

Hours: Term time only, Monday to Friday, 8:35 AM – 3:35 PM

Contract Type: Temporary (with potential for extension)

Are you a resilient and adaptable Science specialist looking to deliver the KS3 and KS4 curriculum in a supportive SEN environment? If you're ready to make science accessible, exciting, and confidence-building for every learner, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Academics Agency

• Nurturing Teaching Role – Deliver the Science curriculum to small classes with tailored support.
• SEN Classroom Experience – Build your skills in adapting lessons for autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Professional Autonomy – Plan and deliver practical, sensory, and theoretical science lessons that meet individual EHCP outcomes.
• Work-Life Balance – Term-time hours leave your evenings and holidays free.
• Referral Rewards – Recommend a colleague and earn £125 in Love to Shop vouchers.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay – Day rates based on experience, plus separate holiday pay.
• Career Development – Free CPD in SEN strategies, behaviour support, and differentiated instruction.
• Supportive Consultants – A dedicated Academics team member with SEN expertise to guide you.
• Local SEN Provisions – Sheffield-based roles with minimal travel.

We're Looking For an SEN Science Teacher Who

• Holds QTS (or equivalent) with experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4 (SEN experience desirable but not essential).
• Can adapt practical and theory-based science lessons for a range of cognitive and sensory needs.
• Uses visual supports, assistive technology, and hands-on experiments to engage reluctant learners.
• Works collaboratively with TAs, therapists, and families to support individual progress.
• Has a DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists in an SEN Setting?

Email your CV to: [e-mail]

Call us: 01302 294522