SEN Teacher

Reed; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Nottingham is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher for an Alternative Provision, located in Nottingham. You will work with pupils aged 7–19 who may have SEND, SEMH needs, or who have become disengaged from mainstream education, delivering personalised teaching and building strong relationships.

In this role you will plan differentiated lessons, track progress, collaborate with families and agencies, and contribute to a holistic curriculum that blends academic, life skills and well-being.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE required.
• Ability to teach Maths at KS3/KS4 or Functional Skills is desirable.
• Strong relationship-building skills and pupil-centred approach.
• Resilient, reflective, and committed to professional development.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Desirable: SEN/SEMH/Alternative provision experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the curriculum.
• Set personalised targets and track progress through baseline assessments.
• Support pupils' academic, emotional, and social development.
• Use restorative and relational approaches to behaviour and engagement.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with families, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Contribute to curriculum development and resource planning.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding at all times.

Skills

Maths KS3/KS4

Relationship-building

Pupil-centred approach

Behaviour strategies

Full UK driving licence

Education

QTS/PGCE

Job description

SEN Teacher - Alternative Provision

Location: Nottingham
Salary: M1 - M6
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 per week

About the Role

Are you a teacher who believes every young person deserves to feel seen, valued, and capable of success? Do you thrive in a setting where relationships are just as important as results?

We are looking for a passionate, resilient, and creative SEN Teacher to join a specialist Alternative Provision setting in Nottingham. You'll be working with pupils aged 7-19 who may have SEND, SEMH needs, or who have become disengaged from mainstream education.

This is a unique opportunity to deliver meaningful, personalised teaching that re-engages learners and supports them to rebuild confidence, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes.

About the Provision

This setting is part of a well-established specialist education provider that focuses on supporting young people who are \"hard to place\" or have become disconnected from traditional education pathways.

• Offers flexible, personalised learning programmes tailored to individual needs and interests


• Combines academic, vocational, and life-skills education to support long-term outcomes


• Works with pupils with a range of needs, including SEND, SEMH, ASC, and other complex barriers to learning


• Strong focus on engagement, relationships, and wellbeing as the foundation for learning

What Teaching Looks Like Here

• Small class sizes (typically 3-6 learners) to enable personalised teaching


• Opportunities for 1:1 teaching and tailored interventions


• TA support available, including targeted 1:1 support


• A relational and restorative approach to behaviour management


• A holistic curriculum combining academic, personal, and life skills


• Freedom to be creative, flexible, and innovative in your teaching

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the curriculum


• Set personalised targets and track progress through baseline assessments


• Support pupils' academic, emotional, and social development


• Use restorative and relational approaches to behaviour and engagement


• Create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment


• Work collaboratively with families, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams


• Contribute to curriculum development and resource planning


• Maintain high standards of safeguarding at all times

About You

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent


• Ability to teach a subject area (Maths at KS3/KS4 or Functional Skills desirable)


• Strong relationship-building skills and a pupil-centred approach


• Resilient, reflective, and committed to professional development


• Confident using behaviour strategies to support engagement


• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience in SEN, SEMH, or alternative provision

Why Join?

• Make a genuine difference to young people needing a fresh start


• Teach in a setting that prioritises relationships over rigid structures


• Small classes = greater impact and meaningful connections


• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team


• Opportunity to bring your personality, creativity, and passions into the classroom


• Work for a provider that values innovation, wellbeing, and individual success