SEN Teacher

The Westminster School; Rowley Regis; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Comprehensive CPD package

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Westminster School in Rowley Regis is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher to join our special school. You will design and deliver engaging lessons, supporting pupils with moderate learning difficulties and additional needs to thrive and prepare for life beyond education.

You will monitor progress and wellbeing, collaborate with expert colleagues, and contribute to an innovative curriculum in a state-of-the-art campus with extensive CPD and safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• A qualified, dynamic and motivated teacher capable of supporting students with moderate learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Design and deliver engaging lessons daily using creative teaching strategies.
• Monitor and assess students’ progress and nurture wellbeing alongside academic achievement.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging lessons each day using creative and innovative teaching strategies.
• Monitor and assess students’ progress and support their personal development and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a safe, happy learning environment and collaborate with staff to fulfil the school’s vision.

Skills

SEN teaching

Curriculum development

Communication

Education

Qualified teacher status

PGCE or equivalent

Special education training

Job description

Closing Date – Thursday 1 October 2026, 9am

Interview Date – Friday 9 October 2026 (the interview process may last most of the day)

Inspire, Empower, Transform Lives

As part of our continued growth, we now have an exciting opportunity for an SEN Teacher to join our Special School. Our School is extremely successful and employs a range of dynamic teaching methods and is committed to innovative curriculum development and its practices put it at the forefront of learning.

As a qualified, dynamic and motivated teacher, you will bring a genuine passion for making a positive impact in pupils’ lives. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to fulfil that ambition by supporting students with moderate learning difficulties and additional needs, empowering them to thrive and ensuring that they are fully prepared and supported for life beyond education.

You will design and deliver engaging lessons each day using creative and innovative teaching strategies that spark curiosity and enthusiasm in the classroom. Teaching at The Westminster School means that you will have the support of a well-resourced environment and expert colleagues.

You will also play a key role in monitoring and assessing students’ progress, ensuring their personal development and wellbeing are nurtured alongside their educational achievements.

We’re seeking a passionate educator and skilled communicator who can connect meaningfully with pupils who have diverse and complex needs and who is eager to contribute to the school’s vision and direction.

Our school is a safe, happy and learning environment in which everyone is encouraged to achieve their full potential through high aspirations and a wealth of opportunities and experiences. The Westminster School offers a unique atmosphere rich with opportunities and resources. Our staff are valued members of the school community and form strong supportive relationships with the exceptional pupils in our care.

Our school caters for 305 pupils aged 7 -19 years with a wide range of special educational needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Global Development Delay and Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities.

The School offers a comprehensive CPD programme and has been awarded the Investors in People Platinum Award. School occupies state-of-the-art facilities on a £42million Rowley Learning Campus.

Staff benefits include:

• A Contributory Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive CPD package aligned to individual professional needs and the strategic development priorities of the school.
• First-Class Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential access to a GP 24/7 for you and your family, counselling, personal financial, debt and legal advice
• Free Occupational Health Services
• Family Friendly Policies
• Free Parking on Site
• Lifestyle benefits and discounts through several schemes

Our school is led by a dedicated Executive Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team who are supported by a committed Governing Board and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an exciting and creative curriculum and be part of a highly motivated team, which prides itself on its collaborative working practices, and are transforming the lives of our young people.

The School is committed to equal opportunities and we have a proactive, supportive Governing Board and strong partnerships with parents/carers, the Local Authority and the local community.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. For more information about the School’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy go to the Policy Section of our website at https://thewestminsterschool.co.uk/ofsted/statutory-policies/.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.