Middle School Teacher

Elementa Support Services; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a SEND Middle School Teacher in Bridgwater. This full-time, fixed-term contract position requires Qualified Teacher Status and experience in teaching a middle school curriculum. The ideal candidate will support pupils with additional needs, including ASD and SEMH, and possess excellent behaviour management skills. The role starts ASAP, and training and support will be provided. Weekly PAYE pay is offered alongside access to additional services for professional development.

Benefits

Weekly pay with no waiting for payroll cut-off dates

Access to free or discounted training

Support from a dedicated candidate manager

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a SEND or specialist provision is ideal.
• Ability to adapt and differentiate lessons across a range of abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons across core and foundation subjects.
• Adapt teaching methods to support pupils with ASD, SEMH, and complex learning needs.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching within a middle school curriculum

Strong knowledge of supporting pupils with additional needs

Excellent behaviour management skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Job description

SEND Middle School Teacher

Location: Bridgwater

Pay: £168.00 £261.00 per day

Type: Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Full-time

Start date: ASAP

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within a middle school or secondary-style curriculum, ideally in a SEND or specialist provision
• Strong knowledge of supporting pupils with additional needs, including ASD, SEMH, and complex learning needs
• A nurturing, structured, and inclusive approach to teaching and learning
• Excellent behaviour management skills with the ability to adapt and differentiate lessons across a range of abilities
• Confidence in delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons across core and foundation subjects
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills, working effectively with pupils, colleagues, and families

Contract & Recruitment Information

Elementa is the recruiting partner; therefore, applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting and background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20), unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the Update Service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role, please apply with your full, up-to-date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly pay no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract unless a candidate specifically requests otherwise, all candidates are paid via PAYE, providing the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer employee relationship.
• Training & support access to a broad range of free or heavily discounted training, including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy candidates are paid to scale; where any variation is required, written agreement will be provided in advance.
• Additional services access to a network of partners offering support services such as tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more.

For more information, click Apply Now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be responded to promptly.

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