SEN Teacher

TeacherActive; Elmstead Market; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational staffing agency is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher for a short-term cover role in Colchester until Christmas. The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting students with additional needs, have QTS or equivalent, and experience in managing behavior in the classroom. Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, implementing IEPs, and ensuring the welfare of all students. The role offers competitive pay and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or supporting children with SEND.
• Resilience and adaptability in teaching.
• Willingness to undergo a new DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for students with SEND.
• Implement individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and monitor progress.
• Manage classroom behavior to maintain a positive environment.

Skills

Strong behavior management skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of SEN frameworks

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

SEN Teacher - Short Term Cover (Colchester) via TeacherActive - Until Christmas

Are you an experienced SEN Teacher looking for a short-term teaching opportunity in Colchester? TeacherActive are seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to cover a period until Christmas. If you're passionate about supporting students with additional needs and want a supportive agency to back you, we'd love to hear from you.

Role details

• Location: Colchester, Essex
• Contract: Short-term cover, until Christmas
• Hours: Full-time or part-time positions available (to be discussed)
• Start date: Immediate or as agreed
• School type: Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision / mainstream with SEN cohorts
• Accountability: Report to the school SENCo / Headteacher, with support from TeacherActive

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for students with varying SEND needs
• Implement individualised Education Plans (IEPs) and support students to achieve targets
• Manage classroom behavior and create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Monitor and assess student progress, maintaining accurate records
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, other staff, and external professionals
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare of all students in line with school policies

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching or supporting children with SEND
• Strong behavior management skills and resilience
• Knowledge of SEN frameworks (e.g., ASD, SLD, SEMH) and relevant strategies
• DBS on the update service or willing to undergo a new DBS
• Adaptability, reliability, and excellent communication skills

What TeacherActive offers

• Competitive daily rates and prompt weekly pay
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance
• Access to a wide range of SEN roles and schools
• Support with safeguarding, compliance, and DBS processing
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and CPD

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.