SEN Teacher – Wigan

Luma Education Recruitment Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Luma Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking an SEN Secondary Teacher to join a small specialist school in Wigan, working with pupils aged 11–16. This full-time, term-time role is a temp-to-perm post paying £180–£230 per day, with ASAP start.

You’ll manage a nurture group, plan personalised lessons and coordinate with support staff and the pastoral team. QTS holders and ECTs are welcome, with safeguarding checks on appointment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent; ECTs considered.
• Background working with pupils with SEMH needs in any school setting.
• Ability to adapt lessons for mixed abilities and maintain routines.
• Steady, consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach personalised lessons for a small nurture group.
• Teach secondary pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build literacy, numeracy and social skills alongside subject content.
• Run a structured classroom with clear, consistent routines.
• Direct support staff in the classroom and collaborate with pastoral team.
• Set individual targets and track progress toward them.
• Keep parents and carers informed about progress and wellbeing.

Skills

QTS

SEMH experience

Differentiation

Behaviour management

Right to work UK

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

SEN Teacher – Wigan, Greater Manchester

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Pay: £180 – £230 per day

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time

Contract: Temp to perm

Start date: ASAP

Luma Education Recruitment is looking for an SEN Secondary Teacher in Wigan to teach a nurture class at a small specialist school for pupils aged 11–16. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm post paying £180–£230 per day, starting as soon as possible. Your class will be a small group of young people who need a high level of pastoral support after difficult experiences in previous schools. You'll be responsible for their timetable, lesson planning and daily routines, working with a team of support staff. Applications from QTS holders and ECTs are welcome.

About the Setting

A small specialist secondary school in Wigan, Greater Manchester, for young people aged 11 to 16. Class groups are small and learning is personalised, so pupils work towards targets that are realistic for them. Pastoral care is part of every lesson rather than a separate service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning and teaching personalised lessons for a small nurture group
• Teaching secondary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs
• Building literacy, numeracy and social skills alongside subject content
• Running a structured classroom with clear, consistent routines
• Directing support staff in the classroom and working with the pastoral team
• Setting individual targets and tracking progress towards them
• Keeping parents and carers informed about progress and wellbeing

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs will be considered
• A background working with pupils with SEMH needs, in any type of school
• The ability to adapt lessons for mixed abilities
• A steady, consistent approach to managing behaviour
• The right to work in the UK

Why Work with Luma?

• Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
• Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
• Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
• Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
• Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
• Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.

Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.