SEN Teacher

GSL Education; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher for a permanent role in Christchurch. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment, focusing on delivering tailored lessons for children with additional needs, while collaborating with multi-agency teams. Salary ranges from £31,650 to £49,084 based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates aligned with experience and qualifications

Access to professional development opportunities

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an SEN setting or with SEND learners as a SEN Teacher is desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to meet a range of learning needs
• Work closely with support staff to ensure effective learning strategies are in place
• Monitor, record, and report student progress in accordance with EHCPs

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Understanding of SEN Code of Practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

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SEN Teacher
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 (MPS/UPS) per annum (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025 / Immediate
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time

Are you passionate about inclusive education and committed to supporting children with additional needs?

GSL Education are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher for a full-time, permanent role based in Christchurch. This position offers the opportunity to make a real impact within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where the individual needs of pupils are at the heart of the curriculum.

As an SEN Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering tailored lessons that support pupils with a range of special educational needs. The role focuses on enabling pupils to thrive both academically and personally, while working closely with support staff and external professionals to deliver effective interventions.

Special Educational Needs Teacher Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to meet a range of learning needs
• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Work closely with support staff to ensure effective learning strategies are in place
• Monitor, record, and report student progress in accordance with EHCPs
• Liaise with parents, carers, and multi-agency teams to provide a collaborative approach to support
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being
• Contribute to the wider school community and development of SEN provision

Requirements for SEN Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Previous experience in an SEN setting or with SEND learners as a SEN Teacher is desirable
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Understanding of SEN Code of Practice and EHCPs
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive pay rates aligned with experience and qualifications
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing guidance and support
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to a wide range of permanent and long-term SEN teaching opportunities

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
• Possess an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.