SEND English Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Specialist SEND setting

Longer-term placements

Ongoing consultant support

CPD via National College

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a SEND English Teacher to join a specialist school in Milton Keynes. You will plan and deliver engaging English lessons for pupils aged 7-19 with SEND, including SEMH, ASC and SLD, focusing on reading, writing and communication.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs. The school offers support, ongoing CPD, and opportunities for longer-term placements within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English, ideally at secondary level.
• Passion for supporting SEND learners.
• Ability to differentiate lessons for varied abilities.
• Experience in specialist SEND is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Adapt resources for SEMH, ASC and SLD.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants and the school team.
• Monitor progress toward learning targets.

Skills

English teaching

Differentiated instruction

Special needs education

Classroom management

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

SEND English Teacher - Milton KeynesFull-Time | Competitive Salary / Daily Rates | Specialist SEND School

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND English Teacher to join a specialist school in Milton Keynes.

The school supports young people aged 7-19 with a range of additional needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic English Teacher who is passionate about making learning accessible and helping young people develop the communication and literacy skills they need both inside and outside the classroom.

You will be joining a specialist setting where lessons are adapted to individual abilities, with a strong emphasis on building confidence, encouraging independence and celebrating every achievement.

The Role

As a SEND English Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated English lessons to pupils with a range of additional learning needs.

You will support pupils to develop their reading, writing, comprehension and communication skills, adapting your approach to ensure lessons are accessible, engaging and relevant to their individual learning journeys.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging English lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Developing pupils' reading, writing, spelling, punctuation and grammar skills.
• Supporting comprehension, vocabulary development and communication.
• Adapting resources and teaching strategies for pupils with SEMH, ASC and SLD.
• Incorporating functional English, including reading instructions, writing for different purposes and everyday communication.
• Creating a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Monitoring progress and working towards individual learning targets.
• Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and the wider school team.

The Ideal Candidate

We are keen to hear from teachers who:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Have experience teaching English, ideally at secondary level.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND.
• Can differentiate lessons to accommodate a range of abilities and learning styles.
• Are confident adapting teaching approaches to support communication and literacy development.
• Are patient, creative, resilient and confident managing classroom behaviour.
• Are committed to supporting both academic progress and personal development.
• Experience within specialist SEND, SEMH, ASC or alternative provision would be advantageous. Mainstream English Teachers looking to transition into specialist education are also encouraged to apply.

What We Offer Through Tradewind Recruitment

• Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience and role.
• Opportunities within a specialist SEND setting.
• Potential for longer-term and ongoing placements.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant.
• Access to free CPD and training through our National College partnership.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's education and future opportunities.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.