SEN Teacher

TLTP Education; Longwick; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive team

Specialist SEN setting

Progress-focused environment

Job summary

TLTP Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to support primary-aged pupils with ASD, SEMH and additional needs in a Buckinghamshire specialist setting. You will deliver engaging, personalised lessons within a structured, nurturing environment.

You will plan differentiated teaching, collaborate with Teaching Assistants, monitor progress and contribute to individual targets, ensuring pupils develop academically and emotionally while building resilience and confidence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching pupils with SEN, ASD and SEMH
• Strong understanding of ASD, SEMH and inclusive teaching approaches
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to differentiate and adapt lessons for diverse learners
• Patient, calm, compassionate and resilient
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning
• Understanding of emotional regulation, sensory needs and behaviour support
• Commitment to pupils' academic, emotional, social and personal development
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and safeguarding outcomes

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
• Adapt lessons and resources for ASD, SEMH and additional needs
• Support pupils to access learning and make progress
• Create a safe, structured, inclusive classroom
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support engagement and regulation
• Develop personalised learning opportunities based on strengths and needs
• Help pupils develop communication, social, emotional and life skills
• Establish routines and positive behaviour expectations
• Monitor and record pupil progress and next steps
• Build positive relationships with pupils and promote independence
• Support pupils with transitions and sensory needs
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants, staff, parents and external professionals
• Contribute to EHCPs and individual learning plans
• Maintain high expectations and celebrate achievements
• Work with colleagues to support pupil outcomes

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

ASD SEMH expertise

Classroom management

Differentiation

Communication

Emotional regulation

Relationships with pupils

Creativity in teaching

Safeguarding

Job description

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference?

Do you have the patience, creativity and expertise to support primary-aged pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Could you deliver engaging, personalised lessons that build confidence, emotional resilience, independence and academic progress?

Would you like to join a supportive specialist school where every pupil is valued, understood and encouraged to reach their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teacher to join a specialist SEN school in Buckinghamshire, supporting primary-aged pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and a range of additional learning needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an adaptable and compassionate SEN Teacher to deliver engaging, highly personalised lessons that support pupils' academic progress, emotional wellbeing, confidence, behaviour and independence.

About the Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated and accessible lessons tailored to the individual needs, abilities and learning styles of pupils with ASD, SEMH and additional needs. You will create a structured, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe, supported and encouraged to achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual needs and abilities.
• Adapt lessons, resources and teaching approaches to support pupils with ASD, SEMH and additional learning needs.
• Support pupils to access learning, develop essential skills and make meaningful academic progress.
• Create a safe, structured, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Use positive, consistent and trauma-informed approaches to support engagement and emotional regulation.
• Develop personalised learning opportunities based on individual strengths, needs and interests.
• Support pupils to develop communication, social, emotional and life skills.
• Establish clear routines and consistent expectations to encourage positive behaviour and reduce anxiety.
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, identifying appropriate next steps.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, promoting engagement, confidence and independence.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs and transitions throughout the school day.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and wider support staff to provide consistent and effective support.
• Contribute to EHCP outcomes, individual learning plans and personalised targets.
• Maintain high expectations while recognising and celebrating individual achievements.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and external professionals where appropriate.

About You

The successful SEN Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEN, particularly ASD and/or SEMH, is highly desirable.
• A strong understanding of ASD, SEMH and inclusive teaching approaches.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to differentiate and adapt lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs.
• A patient, calm, compassionate and resilient approach.
• The ability to build strong, positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning.
• An understanding of emotional regulation, sensory needs, behaviour support and positive reinforcement.
• A commitment to supporting pupils' academic, emotional, social and personal development.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for every learner.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity for an SEN Teacher to make a genuine difference to pupils with ASD, SEMH and additional needs.
• The chance to work within a supportive specialist SEN setting in Buckinghamshire.
• A collaborative and dedicated staff team.
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where individual progress and achievement are highly valued.
• The opportunity to develop your experience working with a broad range of SEND needs.
• A supportive environment focused on emotional wellbeing, communication, independence, behaviour and progress.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher who wants to help pupils with ASD and SEMH needs build confidence, develop resilience and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.