SEN Teacher

Term Time Teachers; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Pension scheme (optional)

Holiday pay

Flexible working

Job summary

Term Time Teachers is seeking an SEN Teacher for a long-term role at a specialist SEN school in Maidstone, Kent. The position is three days per week, with pupils aged 5-13, focusing on communication and interaction needs.

Applicants must have QTS, SEN experience and an Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or be willing to apply. The right to work in the UK is required; the school offers a nurturing team environment and strong safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• QTS and SEN teaching experience.
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Experience with autism or communication needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for SEN pupils.
• Build positive relationships with pupils aged 5-13.
• Support communication, interaction and emotional regulation.
• Adapt lessons to meet EHCP outcomes.
• Collaborate with staff, families and therapists to support learners.
• Encourage confidence, independence and life skills.

Skills

SEN experience

QTS

Team player

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEN Teacher

3 days per week | Long-term | Specialist SEN Setting

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Contract Type: Long term 3 days a week

Pay Rate: £150- £350 per day

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity? We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and caring teacher to join a specialist SEN school on a long-term basis, working 3 days per week.

The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for children aged 5-13, with a strong focus on supporting pupils with communication and interaction needs.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils aged 5-13.
• Support children with communication, interaction and emotional regulation.
• Adapt teaching and learning to meet individual needs and EHCP outcomes.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, families and the wider school team.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and life skills.
• Celebrate individual progress and achievements.
• Contribute to a positive, nurturing and inclusive school environment.

About You

We are looking for a teacher who is:

• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, nurturing and approachable.
• Creative and adaptable in their teaching.
• Confident in managing individual learning needs.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Experience working within SEN, autism, communication and interaction needs or a specialist school setting would be highly desirable.

The Opportunity

• 3 days per week
• Long-term position
• Working with children aged 5-13
• Supportive specialist school environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives
• Personalised and child-centred approach to learning

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in SEN schools
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children

• MPS/UPS (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Competitive rates (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Flexible working opportunities
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus - £125 for Qualified Teachers, £75 for Teaching Assistants/Nursery Staff
• Optional pension scheme

Academics are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (formerly known as CRB).

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy