SEND Teacher

Vision for Education Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is partnering with a specialist school in Burnley to recruit a SEND Teacher for a full-time role starting 2 November 2026. The post involves teaching a KS1 class with complex needs, including EYFS exposure, and a strong emphasis on play-based learning and early development.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored learning and support pupils who require personal care assistance, aiming to create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with EYFS and KS1.
• Strong understanding of play-based learning and early developmental approaches.
• Ability to support pupils with complex needs in an inclusive setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning tailored to each pupil.
• Teach pupils working significantly below age-related expectations.
• Support non-verbal pupils using visual and alternative communication methods.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities as needed.
• Create a nurturing, safe learning environment for all pupils.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support development.

Skills

Play-based learning

Visual communication

Non-verbal support

Education

EYFS & KS1 experience

Job description

SEND Teacher (KS1/EYFS) - Burnley, Lancashire

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a specialist school in Burnley, Lancashire to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teacher. This rewarding full-timeSEND Teacher role in Burnley, Lancashire is due to commence following the October half-term break on 2nd November 2026 and offers the opportunity for a long-term position, with the potential to become permanent in 2027 for the right candidate.

The Role

This SEND Teacher position in Burnley, Lancashire will involve teaching a Key Stage 1 class of pupils with complex additional needs. The successful SEND Teacher will ideally have experience across both EYFS and Key Stage 1, with a strong understanding of play-based learning and early developmental approaches.

The role will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning opportunities tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Teaching pupils working significantly below age-related expectations.
• Supporting non-verbal pupils through the use of visual communication strategies and alternative communication methods.
• Working with pupils who require personal care support throughout the school day.
• Creating a nurturing, safe and highly inclusive learning environment.
• Working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support pupils' educational, social and personal development.
• Adapting learning activities to meet a wide range of complex learning nee