Sen Teacher

NL Education Ltd; Cockernhoe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist SEN school in Luton is seeking an SEN Teacher to join their team from January for the Spring Term, with a potential transition to a permanent role from Easter. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons to pupils with complex needs, supporting their academic and emotional development. Experience in SEN settings and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required. This position offers ongoing support from experienced consultants in a nurturing environment focused on professional growth and student welfare.

Benefits

Opportunity to transition into a permanent role

Support from experienced SEN consultants

Work within a supportive specialist environment

Make a meaningful impact on pupils

Qualifications

• Experience in an SEN school or specialist provision.
• Strong commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adapted and engaging lessons to pupils with additional needs.
• Work closely with support staff to ensure pupils are academically and socially supported.
• Support non-verbal pupils with a calm and consistent approach.

Skills

Confidence supporting non-verbal pupils

Managing behaviours that challenge

Calm and patient classroom practice

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

A specialist SEN school in Luton (LU2) is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team from January, working all of the Spring Term, with the opportunity to move into a permanent role from Easter.

Position Details:

• Role: SEN Teacher
• Start Date: January (after Christmas)
• Duration: Spring Term
• Contract: Temp to Perm from Easter
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Luton (LU2)

About the School:

• Specialist SEN setting supporting pupils with complex needs
• Structured, nurturing environment focused on consistency and routines
• Collaborative team of experienced staff and support professionals
• Strong focus on staff support and professional development

About the Role:

The successful SEN Teacher will deliver adapted and engaging lessons to pupils with additional needs, working closely with support staff to ensure pupils are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The role involves supporting pupils who may be non-verbal and require a calm, consistent approach to learning and behaviour support.

Requirements for the Successful Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• SEN school or specialist provision experience
• Confidence supporting non-verbal pupils and managing behaviours that challenge
• Calm, patient, and consistent classroom practice
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Why Join NL Education?

• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role from Easter
• Support throughout the Spring Term from experienced SEN consultants
• Work within a supportive specialist environment
• Make a meaningful impact on pupils with complex needs

If you are an SEN Teacher available for a January start and looking for a long-term opportunity in Luton (LU2), we would love to hear from you. Please send in your CV to apply.

About NL Education:

At NL Education, we specialise in connecting talented teachers and support staff with schools and specialist provisions across London and the UK. We pride ourselves on a personal, professional approach built on trust and long-term relationships. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.