SEN Teacher

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Bedford is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher to work in a dynamic environment focused on personal progress. This role requires Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and expertise in SEND strategies. You will design tailored learning experiences and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support students with diverse needs. This full-time role offers competitive pay and the potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Supportive consultant for career progression

Access to ongoing professional development

Potential for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Experience in supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Passion for pupil-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Design personalised learning journeys for each pupil.
• Create calm environments to support individual needs.
• Work closely with support staff and families.
• Encourage independence and communication in pupils.
• Monitor and celebrate all forms of progress.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Strong knowledge of SEND teaching strategies

Emotional resilience

Ability to work collaboratively

Creative and proactive mindset

Education

Background in SEN or inclusive education

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Bedford
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full Time (Term-Time, Long-Term with Permanent Potential)
Day Rate: £120 - £160 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Description

Are you the kind of teacher who sees potential where others see challenge? A forward-thinking specialist provision in Bedford is looking for a passionate and resilient SEN Teacher to join their dedicated team this Autumn.

This is no ordinary classroom - this is a learning environment where adaptability, compassion, and creativity are essential tools, and every small milestone is a big victory. The school caters to pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, physical disabilities, communication barriers, and learning difficulties.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing personalised learning journeys that meet individual EHCP targets
• Creating calm, structured environments that support sensory and emotional regulation
• Working side-by-side with skilled support staff, therapists, and families
• Encouraging independence, communication, and self-expression
• Monitoring and celebrating progress in all its forms — academic, social, and personal
• Being a consistent and caring presence in the lives of pupils who need it most

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a background in SEN or inclusive education
• Strong knowledge of SEND teaching strategies and alternative communication approaches
• A creative and proactive mindset
• Emotional resilience and a passion for pupil-centred practice
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Why join Teaching Personnel

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden agency fees.
• A supportive consultant dedicated to your placements and career progression.
• Access to ongoing professional development and online training.
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles if desired.
• A chance to regain control of your work-life balance.

If you’re ready to teach in a space where progress is personal, and no two days are the same, this could be the perfect next step for you. Let’s help you find the role where your impact matters most.

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

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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