SEND Teacher (Secondary)

TeacherActive Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Bristol is recruiting a qualified SEND Teacher to support secondary students with PMLD and SEMH in a specialist setting. The role is full-time and temporary, running from September 2026 to November 2026, with planned coverage across the school day.

You will plan and deliver tailored lessons, differentiate for a range of needs, and work closely with support staff to create a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching students with PMLD and SEMH.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Ability to differentiate lessons to meet range of learning needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to secondary students with PMLD/SEMH.
• Work closely with support staff to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Adapt lessons to meet a range of learning needs.

Skills

QTS

PMLD experience

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Job description

Are you a qualified SEND Teacher with experience supporting secondary students with PMLD and SEMH needs?

Do you have the resilience, patience and creativity to deliver engaging, tailored lessons in a specialist setting?

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time SEND Teacher role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming SEND school in Bristol, supporting the recruitment of a dedicated SEND Teacher. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential through personalised learning and a supportive approach.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Teacher from September 2026 until November 2026. The successful SEND Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons to secondary-aged students with PMLD and SEMH needs, working closely with support staff to create a safe, positive and stimulating learning environment.

The successful SEND Teacher will have:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching students with additional needs, particularly PMLD and SEMH
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to differentiate lessons to meet a range of learning needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, patient and adaptable approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

SEND Teacher (Secondary)

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £145 to £230 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: BS16 4EA

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 5 Oct 2026

Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: SEND Teacher

Location: Bristol

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £145 - £230 per day

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.