SEN Teacher – Creative, Inclusive Classrooms

OFG Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to raise

Your Wellbeing Matters

Job summary

OFG Education's SEN Teacher role at Underley Garden School in Kirkby Lonsdale offers a dynamic, inclusive classroom setting where you plan differentiated lessons and support students' academic, social and emotional development.

The post includes Form Tutor responsibilities, a standard 40-hour week, permanent contract term time only, and a start date in November 2026; UK applicants only.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Resilience, adaptability and calm confidence, with strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Experience in SEN, SEMH or specialist education is desirable, not essential.
• Driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to students with SEN and SEMH.
• Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment that promotes confidence, independence and outstanding behaviour.
• Assess, monitor and track progress, using information to shape planning and interventions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, therapists and families to achieve the best outcomes for every student.
• Support social, emotional and personal development while promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including pastoral support, EHCP reviews, parent communication and ongoing improvement.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

Relationship building

Behaviour management

Adaptability

SEN experience

Driving licence

Job description

OFG Education's SEN Teacher role at Underley Garden School in Kirkby Lonsdale offers a dynamic, inclusive classroom setting where you plan differentiated lessons and support students' academic, social and emotional development.

The post includes Form Tutor responsibilities, a standard 40-hour week, permanent contract term time only, and a start date in November 2026; UK applicants only.