SEN Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend £150

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd in Maidenhead is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to join a welcoming school starting in October 2026. This full-time role requires delivering differentiated lessons and supporting pupils with a range of needs, underpinned by safeguarding and inclusive practice.

The successful candidate will collaborate with SENCOs, staff, and families to monitor progress and promote positive outcomes for pupils. DBS update service is preferred or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Caring, patient, nurturing and empathetic approach.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging and appropriately differentiated lessons.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider SEN and school team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Commitment to inclusion and ensuring every pupil thrives.
• Current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Adapt curriculum, learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Develop and implement individual learning plans and interventions.
• Work with SENCOs, parents, carers and professionals to support pupil progress.
• Build positive relationships and maintain a calm, safe classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and communication development.
• Use diverse teaching strategies for varied needs, including sensory and behavioural supports.
• Monitor and record pupil progress to inform planning.
• Set realistic targets to build confidence, independence and resilience.
• Support pupils with challenging behaviour through positive strategies.
• Promote inclusion and ensure equal access to learning opportunities.
• Communicate with parents and professionals regarding pupil progress.
• Support pupils during wider school activities and safeguarding procedures.
• Participate in training and professional development.

Skills

Caring

Empathetic

Communication

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Inclusion

Safeguarding awareness

DBS willingness

Job description

SEN Teacher

Location: Maidenhead

Salary: MPS / UPS

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: October 2026

Application Closing Date: 10th October 2026

Are you a qualified and passionate SEN Teacher dedicated to supporting children with special educational needs? We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and committed SEN Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive school. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential in a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Adapt the curriculum, learning activities, and resources to meet individual learning styles, abilities, and needs.
• Develop and implement individual learning plans and targeted interventions where appropriate.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, parents, carers, and other professionals to support pupils' progress and development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and create a calm, safe, and supportive classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, behavioural, and communication development.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to support pupils with different needs, including communication, learning, behavioural, and sensory needs.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupils' progress and use assessment information to inform future planning.
• Set realistic and challenging targets that encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour through consistent, positive, and nurturing behaviour management strategies.
• Promote inclusion and ensure all pupils have equal access to learning opportunities.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, SENCOs, school leaders, and external professionals regarding pupils' needs and progress.
• Support pupils during wider school activities, trips, break times, and other activities where required.
• Follow school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, behaviour, and confidentiality.
• Take part in relevant training and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
• A caring, patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging and appropriately differentiated lessons.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider SEN and school team.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• A commitment to inclusion and ensuring every pupil receives the support they need to thrive.
• A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Apply?

• Full-time opportunity within a welcoming and inclusive school.
• A rewarding role supporting pupils' educational experience.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £150 collectively.