SEN Teacher

Selworthy School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pension scheme

Full induction programme

Staff wellbeing activities

Access to Occupational Health Service

Free tea/coffee for staff

Job summary

Selworthy School in Taunton seeks an experienced SEN Teacher to join its dedicated team from November 2026. This role involves supporting learners with various educational needs and requires a minimum of 2 years teaching experience.

The school prioritizes staff wellbeing and offers comprehensive support including professional development, pension, and staff wellbeing activities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status ideally with a minimum of 2 years experience.
• Passion and commitment for supporting learners with specific needs.
• Empathetic, patient and tolerant demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with a variety of complex needs.
• Provide learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook.
• Manage complex behaviours within a structured learning environment.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience managing complex behaviours

Communication skills

Support for learners with specific needs

Patience and tolerance

Education

Minimum of 2 years teaching experience

Job description

* SEN TeacherFast Apply# SEN TeacherEmployerLocation: Taunton, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Term TimeSalary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience) plus SEN1Posted: 17th June 2026Start Date: 2nd November 2026Expires: 22nd July 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 2nd November 2026Job ID: 1560842Start Date: 2nd November 2026* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1560842* Share :Selworthy is a special school for children and young people with learning disabilities aged 4 - 19. We have two campuses, both situated on the northern side of Taunton, Somerset. Our Oakhill Campus houses our primary school provision and since 2019 our secondary and 6th form provision has been based at our Hazelbrook Campus.Being part of Selworthy School is like belonging to a family. Children and young people, parents and carers, staff, local residents and visitors are welcomed into a happy and purposeful community where everyone is challenged to go on a learning journey and maximise achievement.**About the role**We are looking to appoint an experienced, caring and professional Class Teacher to join our team at Selworthy Special School from October 2026.You will show willingness and flexibility to work in different age ranges. You'll have an enthusiasm for supporting learners with a variety of complex needs, providing learning support with a positive and inclusive outlook, and managing sometimes complex behaviours within a structured learning environment to ensure differently-abled learners can reach their full potential.**Requirements*** Qualified Teacher Status ideally with a minimum of 2 years experience.* Passion and commitment for supporting learners with specific needs* An empathetic, patient and tolerant demeanor* Key organisation and communication skills* Experience with managing complex behaviours and helping SEN learners to achieveWe pride ourselves on being an employer of choice where all staff can thrive. We believe that supporting our staff both personally and professionally allows them to give their very best to our students.**What Selworthy School offers its staff:*** Full induction programme and ongoing professional development* A rewarding role with excellent support and multiple opportunities for career progression.* Comprehensive pension scheme* Provision of free tea/coffee for staff* Employee Assistance Programme* Staff wellbeing activities (exercise classes, access to Hydropool, staff and family events)* Wellbeing room and information on wellbeing approaches* Access to Occupational Health Service**Note to all applicants** - The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.**Closing date: Friday 25th September 2026****Interviews: To Be Confirmed**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Selworthy Special School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Selworthy Special SchoolPart of### The Oak Partnership Trust