SEN Teacher

Randstad Education; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD training

Local SEN consultant

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking an inspiring SEN Teacher to support pupils with diverse learning needs in Lowestoft and surrounding areas. Positions range from day-to-day cover to long-term placements, offering flexibility and meaningful impact on student outcomes.

Requirements include QTS or QTLS and proven SEN experience; knowledge of communication approaches like Makaton/PECS is desirable. You will collaborate with SENCOs, therapists, and families to support holistic development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with relevant experience.
• Proven experience teaching or supporting children with SEN in specialist or mainstream settings.
• Strong capability to adapt curriculum delivery to varying developmental levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver highly differentiated lessons tailored to EHCP targets.
• Teach pupils with ASC, SLD/PMLD, SEMH, or SLCN as appropriate.
• Foster a safe, low-arousal environment promoting regulation, confidence and independence.
• Lead and deploy Teaching Assistants for 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
• Collaborate with SENCOs, therapists, external agencies and parents to support progress.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

Experience with SEN

Differentiated instruction

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or QTLS certification

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Job description

SEN Teacher - Lowestoft & Surrounding Areas

Are you an inspiring, patient, and adaptable teacher looking to make a profound difference in special educational needs? Whether you are seeking the balance and autonomy of day-to-day cover, or looking for the deep professional reward of leading a class in a long-term position, we have immediate opportunities tailored to your needs.

We are currently partnering with a range of specialist SEN schools, alternative provisions, and medical/resource units in Lowestoft and across the surrounding East Suffolk area. We are experiencing high demand for Qualified Teachers who are passionate about delivering tailored, child-centered education to pupils with diverse learning requirements.

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teacher, a mainstream teacher looking to transition into special education, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) with a strong foundation in differentiated learning, we can help you find your ideal role.

Choose Your Ideal Way of Working:

• Day-to-Day Cover: Enjoy total flexibility over when and where you teach. Choose your preferred working days to fit around your personal commitments, gain insight into different SEN environments, and deliver pre-planned lessons without the burden of ongoing assessment or marking.

• Long-Term Opportunities: For teachers seeking continuity and deeper classroom impact, we offer placements spanning a term or a full academic year. In these roles, you will take ownership of class planning, track holistic development, and build strong partnerships with pupils, parents, and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver creative, highly differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning styles and targets outlined in pupils' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Teach pupils with a wide spectrum of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe or Complex Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, or Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

• Foster a safe, low-arousal, and nurturing environment that promotes emotional regulation, confidence, and independence.

• Lead and deploy classroom Teaching Assistants effectively to deliver high-quality 1:1 and small group interventions.

• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to handle challenging behaviours with composure and empathy.

• Collaborate closely with SENCOs, therapists, external agencies, and parents to support each child's physical, emotional, and academic progress.

What We Look For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with relevant experience.

• Proven experience teaching or supporting children or young people with special educational needs (in specialist or mainstream settings).

• Strong capability to adapt curriculum delivery to suit varying developmental levels rather than just chronological age.

• A resilient, calm, and proactive approach paired with exceptional classroom management skills.

• Knowledge of alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS) and de-escalation training (e.g., Team-Teach, MAPA, STEPs) is highly desirable.

• A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete one).

Benefits of Working With Us:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, paid weekly and reflective of your specialist skills and teaching experience.

• A dedicated local consultant with deep knowledge of the SEN education sector in Lowestoft and East Suffolk.

• Complete freedom to manage and update your availability as your schedule changes.

• Access to specialised CPD training opportunities to further develop your SEN expertise.

• Excellent routes into permanent teaching contracts in local specialist provisions.

We are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive vetting, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.