SEN Teacher

Smile Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment company is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher for a permanent opportunity in the East Midlands. This role involves teaching small classes of secondary-aged students and personalizing support for those with additional learning needs. You'll work in a collaborative environment with a focus on staff wellbeing and professional development. Candidates should have QTS, prior experience with SEND learners, and a passion for making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Professional support from dedicated consultant

Competitive and transparent pay rates

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience supporting students with additional learning needs (SEND).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Teach small groups of secondary-phase students.
• Act as a Personal Tutor for pupils with EHCPs.
• Deliver high-quality lessons tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Experience with SEND learners

Lesson planning

Personal tutoring

Education

QTS or recognised teaching qualification

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

SEN Teacher – Permanent Opportunity

Are you a qualified teacher with experience supporting students with additional learning needs?

A thriving, fast-growing SEN school set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside is looking for a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team on a permanent basis. The role is available for an immediate start or for 2026.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an exceptional school environment with outstanding resources and specialist facilities.

About the Role

As a SEN Teacher, you will teach small classes of secondary-aged students and play a key role in shaping their learning. You will take responsibility for planning, delivering and evaluating lessons, as well as supporting pupils with EHCPs through personalised tutoring sessions.

You will work as part of a supportive, collaborative team in a school that prioritises staff wellbeing, professional growth, and high-quality teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach small groups of secondary-phase students
• Act as a Personal Tutor for pupils with EHCPs
• Develop engaging schemes of work and lesson plans
• Deliver high‑quality lessons tailored to individual needs
• Liaise closely with support staff, leaders and therapists
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification
• Previous experience working with SEND learners
• Enhanced DBS (can be processed through Smile Education)
• Eligible to work in the UK

Why Work with Smile Northwest?

• Professional, personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Competitive and transparent pay rates
• Access to long‑term, permanent and flexible roles
• CPD and training opportunities to support your career
• A highly rewarding teaching experience within SEN settings

How to Apply

If you feel this SEN Teacher role is the right next step in your teaching career, please contact Joseph at: