SEN Teacher - Specialist Provision

Tradewind Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. in Sheffield is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to join a specialist provision from January 2027.

The role supports young people aged 11-19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions, communication and learning needs, in a highly personalised learning environment. The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have prior SEN experience, and remain resilient and patient when managing challenging behaviours.

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEN settings is essential.
• Ability to differentiate lessons for complex needs.
• Strong communication and collaboration with staff.
• Commitment to consistent, trauma-informed practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver highly differentiated lessons for pupils with complex SEN.
• Support young people with autism, communication difficulties and significant learning needs.
• Adapt teaching methods to different learning abilities and engagement levels.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and provide encouragement and consistency.
• Support development of communication, independence and life skills alongside academics.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and school staff to maintain a structured learning environment.

Skills

SEN teaching

Autism understanding

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

SEN Teacher - Specialist Provision

Location: Sheffield

Start Date: January 2027

Working Pattern: 4 days per week

Pay: £160-£240 per day

The Role

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced and resilient SEN Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Sheffield, starting January 2027.

The provision supports young people aged 11-19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), communication and interaction difficulties and complex learning needs.

This is a challenging role and is not suited to someone looking to move from mainstream teaching without a genuine interest or understanding of complex SEN.

Many pupils are working significantly below age-related expectations, with some working below a Year 2 academic level despite being of secondary or post-16 age. Learning is highly personalised, and progress may be gradual, requiring patience, consistency and a willingness to adapt teaching approaches.

Some pupils require substantial support with communication, engagement, sensory needs and emotional regulation. You may also encounter periods of distress, dysregulation and behaviours that require a calm, confident and consistent response.

The Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver highly differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with complex SEN.
• Support young people with autism, communication difficulties and significant learning needs.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit different learning abilities, engagement levels and individual development.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, many of whom require significant encouragement and consistency.
• Support pupils with developing communication, independence and essential life skills alongside their academic learning.
• Work closely with teaching assistants and wider school staff to maintain a structured and supportive learning environment.
• Manage challenging situations professionally, using a patient, nurturing and trauma-informed approach.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has previous experience working within a specialist SEN setting.
• Has a strong understanding of autism, communication and interaction difficulties.
• Is confident supporting pupils with complex learning needs and significantly delayed academic development.
• Is resilient, patient and able to remain calm when faced with challenging situations.
• Can think on their feet and adapt lessons and expectations to meet individual needs.
• Understands that building relationships and developing basic communication and independence skills can be just as important as academic progress.

Pay & Working Pattern

£160-£240 per day, depending on relevant experience and suitability.

The higher end of the pay scale will be reserved for candidates with strong, relevant experience working with pupils with complex SEN.

4 days per week.

Starting January 2027.