SEN Teacher

Simply Education Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to join their Communication & Interaction Unit on a long-term basis, with potential for temp-to-perm. The role focuses on supporting 7 EYFS/Key Stage 1 pupils with a range of additional needs within a purpose-built provision.

The successful candidate will have SEN experience, be confident managing behaviour, and create a calm, structured classroom environment while working collaboratively with support staff and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN, especially communication & interaction needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills in an SEN setting.
• Calm, nurturing approach with high expectations for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils with SEN.
• Create a structured, supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with support staff and professionals to meet individual needs.
• Maintain clear boundaries and consistent expectations.
• Adapt teaching to meet wide range of needs across EYFS/KS1.
• Build strong relationships with pupils to promote confidence.
• Support ongoing assessment and progress tracking.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Patience & resilience

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

SEN Teacher - Communication & Interaction Unit

Long-Term Supply | Potential Temp-to-Perm | Full-Time

Simply Education are currently working with a primary school seeking an experienced and resilient SEN Teacher to join their Communication and Interaction Unit on a long-term basis, with the potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

The unit currently supports 7 EYFS and Key Stage 1 pupils with a range of additional needs, within a provision that has capacity for up to 10 pupils.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and is confident creating a structured, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

The successful SEN Teacher will:

• Have experience working with children with SEN, particularly communication and interaction needs
• Ideally have experience within an SEN unit, specialist provision or a primary setting with a strong SEND focus
• Be confident managing behaviour and maintaining clear, consistent boundaries
• Be patient, nurturing and emotionally resilient
• Adapt learning to meet a wide range of individual needs
• Build strong relationships with pupils while maintaining high expectations
• Work effectively with support staff and other professionals
• Be able to create a calm, structured and purposeful classroom environmentThis role would suit:

An experienced SEN Teacher, EYFS Teacher or primary teacher with significant SEN experience who is looking for a rewarding long-term position where they can make a genuine difference.