Sen Teacher

Supply Desk; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Accredited CPD & SEND training

Local education consultant

Permanent employment opportunities

Comprehensive training package

Refer-a-Friend £100 bonus

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking an inspirational and dedicated Post-16 SEN Teacher to join a specialist school in the Borehamwood area. This role involves teaching and supporting young people aged 16–19 with ASC and SEMH, preparing them for greater independence and life beyond school.

The school offers a calm, structured environment with personalised learning, wellbeing, and an engaging curriculum. You will work with therapists and families to support holistic development and progression to further

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience with ASC/SEMH and additional learning needs.
• Strong understanding of personalised learning and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach to supporting young people.
• Commitment to preparing students for independent futures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for Post-16 learners with ASC and SEMH needs.
• Prepare students for adulthood by embedding independence, employability, functional literacy, numeracy, and life skills.
• Create a structured and supportive classroom environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and positive engagement.
• Use IEPs and EHCP outcomes to inform teaching, assessment, and target setting.
• Work closely with therapists, families and external agencies to provide a holistic approach to student development.
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements, and adapt teaching approaches to meet each learner's potential.
• Contribute to enrichment activities and community-based learning with progression to further education, employment, or supported living.

Skills

ASC/SEMH experience

Personalised learning

Excellent classroom management

Strong communication skills

Patience and compassion

Independence preparation

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Start: 1st September 2026 | Full-Time
Salary: £35,602 – £48,479

Supply Desk is seeking an inspirational and dedicated Post-16 SEN Teacher to join a highly regarded specialist school in the Borehamwood area. This rewarding opportunity involves teaching and supporting young people aged 16–19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, preparing them for greater independence, further education, and life beyond school.

The school provides a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their individual goals. With a strong emphasis on personalised learning, wellbeing, and developing essential life skills, the school offers an engaging curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of its learners. Staff work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and benefit from excellent leadership, ongoing professional development, and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and positive outcomes for every student.

This role is ideal for a passionate teacher who is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of young people with additional needs while helping them develop the confidence and skills required for adulthood.

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons that meet the educational and developmental needs of Post-16 learners with Autism and SEMH needs
• Prepare students for adulthood by embedding independence, employability, functional literacy, numeracy, and life skills throughout the curriculum
• Create a structured and supportive classroom environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and positive engagement
• Use individual education plans and EHCP outcomes to inform teaching, assessment, and target setting
• Implement positive behaviour support strategies to encourage self-regulation, resilience, and confidence
• Work closely with therapists, support staff, families, and external agencies to provide a holistic approach to student development
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements, and adapt teaching approaches to ensure every learner reaches their potential
• Contribute to enrichment activities, community-based learning, and preparation for further education, employment, or supported living

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), SEMH, or other additional learning needs
• A strong understanding of personalised learning and inclusive teaching strategies
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach to supporting young people
• A commitment to preparing students for successful, independent futures

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Access to Accredited CPD and Specialist SEND Training
• Dedicated Local Education Consultant
• Supportive School Placements with Opportunities for Permanent Employment
• Comprehensive Training package
• £100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus Scheme

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references, and meet safer recruitment standards before employment.