Sen Teacher (Year 4)

Teaching Personnel; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support from a dedicated education;

Access to exclusive permanent Vacan­ c

CPD and specialist trainingOpportuni­t

Long-term career development support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an experienced Year 4 SEN Teacher to join a specialist educational setting in Blandford Forum from January 2027. Interviews will take place in October 2026, offering a permanent role for the right candidate.

The ideal applicant will hold QTS, with proven SEN experience and the ability to plan differentiated lessons, support EHCP outcomes and collaborate with therapists and support staff.

Qualifications

• QTS and SEN experience in a classroom setting.
• Ability to deliver differentiated learning for pupils with additional needs.
• Strong classroom leadership and positive behaviour strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons for Year 4 pupils with complex needs.
• Support individual EHCP outcomes and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with therapists and support staff to support learners.
• Create a safe, inclusive classroom culture and build relationships with families.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Classroom leadership

Engagement with learners

Education

QTS

Job description

Are you an exceptional SEN Teacher with the expertise, resilience and passion needed to support pupils with complex needs? Are you seeking a fresh challenge where your teaching has a genuine and lasting impact every single day?

A specialist educational setting in Blandford Forum is seeking an experienced Year 4 SEN Teacher to join their dedicated team from January 2027. Interviews will take place in October 2026, making this an excellent opportunity to secure your next permanent position well in advance.

This role is not suited to someone looking to learn on the job. We are specifically searching for an accomplished professional who can confidently step into the classroom, establish expectations from day one and hit the ground running.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and highly personalised lessons to pupils with a range of additional learning needs. The successful candidate will create a structured, nurturing and stimulating environment that enables learners to thrive both academically and socially.

• Planning and delivering differentiated learning programmes
• Supporting individual EHCP outcomes
• Managing challenging behaviour positively and effectively
• Building meaningful relationships with pupils and families
• Encouraging confidence, independence and achievement
• Working collaboratively with therapists and support staff
• Monitoring progress and adapting strategies accordingly
• Creating a safe, inclusive and engaging classroom culture

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous experience teaching within SEN settings
• Excellent behaviour management techniques
• Strong classroom leadership skills
• A calm, adaptable and proactive approach
• The ability to engage learners who may have experienced barriers to education
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with additional needs

The ideal candidate will bring energy, creativity and confidence whilst maintaining consistently high expectations.

• Support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to exclusive permanent vacancies
• Competitive salary guidance
• Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities
• Long-term career development support
• Straightforward registration and onboarding
• Opportunities within highly rewarding specialist provisions
• Expert assistance throughout the interview process

If you're an experienced SEN Teacher ready to make a meaningful difference and lead a Year 4 class from January 2027, we'd love to hear from you.

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