SEN Teacher - Specialist Unit

Reed; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Staff development & SEN training

Well-resourced specialist unit

lasting impact on children’s lives

Job summary

Reed is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher to join a specialist unit, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs. You will deliver tailored, engaging learning experiences to help every child thrive, including those with autism, SEMH, SLCN, or complex learning difficulties.

You will plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons, support pupils' development, and work closely with teaching assistants and external agencies to review EHCP targets and personalise learning plans.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.
• Strong understanding of inclusive teaching strategies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Develop and review EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Create a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress to ensure the best outcomes.

Skills

Inclusive teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join our specialist unit, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by delivering tailored, engaging learning experiences that enable every child to thrive.

You will be working with pupils with needs such as autism (ASD), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH), speech and language needs (SLCN), or complex learning difficulties, within a supportive and collaborative environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning and delivering creative, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development
• Developing and reviewing EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Working closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers and external agencies
• Creating a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress to ensure the best outcomes

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs
• A strong understanding of inclusive teaching strategies
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
• Experience in a specialist setting (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and SEN training
• A well-resourced specialist unit
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children's lives
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and support