SEN Teacher

Academics Ltd; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency is looking for an SEN Teacher in Huddersfield. This role offers the chance to focus on teaching children with complex needs, without the pressures of permanent contracts. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in special education. You will create supportive, inclusive classroom environments and implement personalised learning plans while enjoying a flexible work-life balance. Competitive daily rates applied based on experience, with support from experienced consultants.

Benefits

Focus on teaching without pressures

Greater control over work-life balance

Support from a dedicated consultant

Competitive daily rates

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a special school or specialist SEN provision.
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs and personalised learning pathways.
• Confident behaviour management skills including SEMH approaches.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with additional needs.
• Support and implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
• Create a calm and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to school staff.

Skills

Experience in special school

Knowledge of EHCPs

Behaviour management skills

Flexibility in teaching

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

This role of an SEN Teacher in and around the Huddersfield ares is ideal for teachers who are stepping away from permanent roles but still want to teach at a high standard without the additional pressures that often come with full-time contracts.

This opportunity allows you to focus on what matters most - teaching, supporting pupils with complex needs, and making a meaningful impact - without long-term commitments, excessive paperwork, or whole-school responsibilities.

You will be working with children and young people with complex needs, including ASD, SEMH, MLD, PMLD, and associated behavioural challenges. The role requires a secure understanding of EHCPs, specialist strategies, and structured teaching approaches within a special school environment.

This role suits confident SEN practitioners seeking greater work-life balance, flexibility, and the opportunity to apply their expertise in well-supported specialist settings.

Key Responsibilities of a SEN Teacher:

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with additional needs
• Support and implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Create a calm, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
• Manage behaviour positively using trauma-informed and de-escalation strategies
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and specialist staff
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to school staff and Academics consultants
• Promote pupil wellbeing, engagement, and independence

The Ideal Candidate For The Role Of An SEN Teacher Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent
• Proven experience working in a special school or specialist SEN provision
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs, personalised learning pathways, and assessment for pupils with complex needs
• Confident behaviour management skills, including experience with SEMH and trauma-informed approaches
• The ability to quickly build rapport with pupils and staff
• Flexibility and professionalism when working across different classes or key stages
• A calm, resilient, and solutions-focused approach
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice

Why Work with Academics as a SEN Teacher

• Focus on teaching without the pressures of permanent contracts
• Greater control over your work-life balance and availability
• Opportunities to work in well-established special schools without long-term commitment
• Ongoing roles that provide continuity without full-school responsibilities
• Support from a dedicated SEN specialist consultant who understands your background
• Competitive daily rates reflecting experience and expertise

How to Apply

If you are an SEN Teacher in or around Huddersfield looking to make a real impact in a special school in Huddersfield, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Academics for more information.

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