SEND FE Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Tadworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is currently seeking a dedicated SEN Secondary / Post-16 Teacher to join a specialist provision supporting young people with additional needs preparing for adulthood, further education, and independent living.

The role involves delivering engaging, differentiated lessons for students aged 11-19, supporting EHCPs, and developing essential life skills to prepare learners for future success. Safeguarding duties apply.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within SEN, Secondary, or Further Education settings.
• Understanding of Autism, Learning Difficulties, and SEMH needs.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for SEN learners aged 11-19.
• Support students with EHCPs and individual learning targets.
• Develop students' communication, independence, and life skills.
• Prepare learners for further education, employment, and adulthood.
• Work closely with support staff, therapists, and parents.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate pupil records.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Communication skills

Understanding of SEN needs

Education

QTS/QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Prospero Teaching is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Secondary / Post-16 Teacher to join a specialist provision supporting young people with additional needs preparing for adulthood, further education, and independent living.

The provision caters for students aged 11-19 with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and SEMH needs. The school is committed to providing a structured, supportive, and engaging environment that equips students with both academic knowledge and essential life skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about SEN and preparing young people for their next stage of education, employment, and independence.

The Role

As an SEN Secondary / Post-16 Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to students working at a range of academic levels. You will support learners in developing key academic, vocational, social, and life skills to prepare them for future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons for SEN learners aged 11-19
• Supporting students with EHCPs and individual learning targets
• Developing students' communication, independence, and life skills
• Preparing learners for further education, employment, and adulthood
• Working closely with support staff, therapists, and parents
• Monitoring progress and maintaining accurate pupil records
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Contract Details

• Location: Location
• Position: SEN Secondary / Post-16 Teacher
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Temporary, Temp-to-Perm, or Permanent
• Duration: Ongoing
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
• Full-Time: Yes
• Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Experience & Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching within SEN, Secondary, or Further Education settings
• Understanding of Autism, Learning Difficulties, and SEMH needs
• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching before placement. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching Can Offer:

• Accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Access to our In-House Training and Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent positions