SEND Classroom Teacher

Five Education; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Bristol is seeking a dedicated SEND Teacher to provide tailored education for pupils with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent, strong communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive teaching. Responsibilities include planning lessons, monitoring progress, and collaborating with support staff. The position offers flexible opportunities in a nurturing environment with free specialized training and a commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Free specialized training

Free DBS refund after 20 days

Recommending a friend bonus scheme

Specialist support and mentoring

Qualifications

• Experience in mainstream or specialist settings.
• A commitment to inclusive education.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to provide two recent references.
• Current DBS check registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver tailored lessons for pupils with SEND.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress effectively.
• Collaborate with SENCOs and external professionals.

Skills

Experience teaching pupils with SEND

Strong behaviour management

Excellent communication skills

Patient and adaptable approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teacher to join a supportive and well-resourced school in Bristol. This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. Both full-time and part-time opportunities may be available.

Salary

Salary: £(Apply online only) per day

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver tailored lessons to meet the individual needs of pupils with SEND.
• Deliver creative and differentiated classes to small groups of students with high needs.
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including learning, communication, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, SENCOs, and external professionals to implement EHCP targets.
• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment that promotes progress and wellbeing.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies as needed.
• Maintain clear communication with parents and carers where appropriate.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures and school policies are followed at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Experience teaching pupils with SEND (mainstream or specialist settings).
• A patient, adaptable, and nurturing approach to teaching.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• A clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Essential requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

Important DBS Note

Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What Five Education Can Offer

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support/mentoring while you are working

How to Apply

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Joseph at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay and Vetting

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

Equality and Inclusion

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

Contact

Contact Joseph on (phone number removed) / (url removed)