SEND Teacher

TeacherActive Limited.; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a SEND school in Stoke to recruit a SEND Teacher. You will have UK QTS and experience with autism/SEMH and associated complex needs. The role focuses on engaging vulnerable pupils through bespoke learning in a calm, supportive setting.

You will report to school leadership, work with dedicated staff, and help pupils access a bespoke curriculum while supporting their wellbeing and safeguarding needs.

Qualifications

• Must hold UK QTS or be eligible (ECTs welcome)
• Experience teaching in UK schools with SEND/SEMH
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and build relationships with vulnerable students

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke curriculum to SEND students in SEMH settings
• Create engaging, hands-on learning activities
• Support students in developing practical skills and confidence
• Maintain a calm, nurturing, protective learning environment
• Safeguard pupils and communicate with carers and school leaders

Skills

QTS (UK)

SEND experience

Classroom management

De-escalation

Education

QTS (UK)

Job description

SEND Teacher

North West/ temporary / £170 - 210 per day

Do you have experience teaching in the UK?

Do you hold Qualified Teacher Status in the UK?

Do you have experience working with children and young people with additional needs / SEMH needs

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a fantastic SEND school for SEMH students in Stoke . We are looking for SEND Teacher who has experience within SEND schools or SEMH roles. This is an exciting role, and a chance to be part of something special, changing the lives of vulnerable young people, whilst working in a beautiful setting, with a huge outdoor space for exploration through the senses and play. The schools boasts numerous sensory rooms, and works with the students to enable their communication and sense of individuality, where you will support in giving them a voice.

You will report to the Assistant or Deputy Principal, and work with vulnerable children and young people. The main aim of the role is to ensure the students remain engaged in learning, and support in delivering the bespoke curriculum the school has. You will be adaptable, nurturing and patient in your approach, with strenghts in classroom management and de-escalation. You will be required to hold QTS in the UK (ECTs also welcome to apply).

About you

You will hold a UK QTS, and have experience working with children or young people with autism, SEMH or associated challenging behaviour and other complex needs.

• Be passionate about engaging vulnerable young people and helping them achieve their potential
• Build positive relationships with pupils through patience, consistency, encouragement and understanding
• Deliver creative, hands‑on learning experiences that develop practical skills and confidence
• Understand the importance of a calm, supportive and nurturing learning environment
• Be resilient, adaptable and able to respond positively to the challenges of working in an SEMH setting
• Be a strong team player who works collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff and school leaders
• Play an active role within a form team, supporting pupils' personal development, wellbeing and daily school experience
• Communicate regularly and positively with parents and carers, building strong home‑school relationships
• Have high expectations of pupils while recognising and celebrating individual progress and achievement
• Be committed to safeguarding and improving the life chances of vulnerable young people

The successful SEND Teacher will have:

QTS (ECTs welcome to apply)

Experience working with children and young people with additional needs , specifically ASD and associated complex needs

Experience supporting children through therapeutic practices

• Be comfortable with personal care, the support staff will take this responsibility on primarily, however you will need to be comfortable doing this if the need arises

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with our quick and easy onboarding process