SEND Teacher (QTS)

Connex Education; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking a passionate SEND Teacher (QTS) to join a dynamic SEN Primary School in Colchester. This full-time role focuses on providing tailored education to students with complex needs and supporting their personal development. The ideal candidate will have QTS with proven experience in SEN or mainstream schools.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free access to SEND Toolkit skills development

Wellbeing program and refresher training

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND learners, including ASD and ADHD.
• Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Willingness to support personal care when required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support pupils with a range of complex needs.
• Adapt lesson plans to accommodate individual learning requirements.
• Collaborate with parents and professionals to foster student growth.

Skills

Collaboration Skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Knowledge of Differentiation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEND Teacher (QTS)
Colchester, Essex
£800 – £1200 Per Week

Starting September 2025

ECTs welcome to apply

About the Role
Connex Education is working with a growing and dynamic SEN Primary School in Colchester, recruiting for passionate and experienced SEND Teachers (QTS) to join their team full-time. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator to work with pupils with a range of complex needs in a supportive and innovative environment.

About the School
The school is a thriving special educational needs (SEN) institution catering to students aged 4 to 16 with a variety of complex needs, including profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, moderate learning difficulties, autistic spectrum conditions, and communication disorders.

The school offers a personalized curriculum tailored to the individual needs of its learners, with a strong focus on social inclusion, emotional development, and mental health. Equipped with modern facilities, including a sports hall, food technology room, sensory room, and ICT suite, the school fosters a stimulating learning environment.

Collaboration with parents and external professionals is central to their ethos, ensuring every child develops independence and resilience to achieve their full potential.

Assignment Details

• Full-time, long-term role starting Sepetmber
• Monday – Friday (Term Time Only)

Person Specification
We are looking for an exceptional SEND Teacher who meets the following criteria:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS):Essential, with experience in SEN or mainstream schools.
• Experience with SEND Learners:Proven experience teaching pupils with SEND, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, or moderate/severe learning difficulties.
• Knowledge of Differentiation:Ability to deliver and adapt lessons to meet diverse learner needs.
• Curriculum Knowledge:Familiarity with a range of SEND strategies and specialized teaching approaches.
• Personal Care and Physical Needs:Willingness to support pupils with personal care or physical needs where required.
• Collaboration Skills:Experience working closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and other professionals.
• Resilience and Adaptability:Patience and flexibility to handle challenging behaviors and create a positive classroom environment.
• DBS Check:A valid DBS on the update service or willingness to provide a new one.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in using alternative communication systems, such as Makaton or PECS.
• Familiarity with strategies for managing sensory processing needs and behavior.

Benefits of Working with Connex Education

• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package, comprising over 19 courses.
• Wellbeing program and refresher training for modern classroom challenges.

If you are a dedicated SEND Teacher (QTS) looking for a rewarding role in a SEND school, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to start making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Important Information
All offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, marital status, or disability.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.