SEND Teacher

The Education Network Birmingham; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network Birmingham is seeking a SEND Teacher for a full-time cover role in Solihull. You will teach either primary or secondary-aged pupils with special educational needs and deliver engaging lessons across the school.

Eligible candidates hold QTS, with experience in SEND and strong classroom management. Regular supply cover is available, offering valuable experience within a specialist school setting and a supportive team of SEND professionals.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience of working with pupils with additional needs is essential.
• Strong classroom management and adaptability are key.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular teaching cover across a specialist SEND school.
• Teach primary or secondary-aged pupils with special educational needs.
• Deliver engaging lessons adapted to pupils' abilities and learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured and supportive classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic progress, communication and personal development.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

A special school in Solihull requires a SEND Teacher for full-time cover, teaching either primary or secondary-aged pupils with special educational needs.

The Education Network Birmingham offers £180 to £240 per day for this role.

The successful candidate will deliver lessons across the school, supporting academic progress, development and wellbeing. Flexibility and commitment are essential, alongside qualified teacher status and experience of working with pupils who have additional needs. Regular cover is available, giving the postholder valuable experience within a specialist school setting. Strong classroom management, adaptability and a patient approach are key skills for this position.

Are you a qualified teacher looking for regular teaching opportunities within specialist education? A special school in Solihull is looking for a flexible and committed SEND Teacher to provide regular cover across the school, teaching either primary or secondary-aged pupils with special educational needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys working with pupils with additional needs and wants to make a positive difference to their learning, development and wellbeing. With regular cover available, this role could suit someone looking for flexibility while gaining valuable experience within a specialist school environment.

You may be teaching pupils with a range of special educational needs, supporting their academic progress, communication, independence and personal development. The successful SEND Teacher will be adaptable, patient and confident creating a positive learning environment where pupils feel supported and encouraged to achieve. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential. Previous experience teaching within a SEND school or working with pupils with additional needs would be desirable however, is not essential. Teachers from mainstream backgrounds who are interested in developing their experience within specialist education are encouraged to apply.

Job Role

• Provide regular teaching cover across a specialist SEND school.
• Be on call to provide cover when required.
• Teach primary or secondary-aged pupils with special educational needs.
• Deliver engaging lessons adapted to pupils' individual abilities and learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured and supportive classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic progress, communication and personal development.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a range of additional learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and other school staff.
• Maintain positive relationships with pupils and encourage engagement in learning.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and individual pupil support plans.

In return you will

• Access regular teaching opportunities within a specialist SEND school.
• Have the flexibility of regular supply cover.
• Gain valuable experience teaching pupils with additional needs.
• Work alongside experienced SEND professionals and support staff.
• Make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and development.
• Receive ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.

Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.