SEND Teacher - (SLCN)

Supply Desk; Piccotts End; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist SEND training

Assistive technology resources

Career progression

Multi-disciplinary team

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking a SEND Teacher for Hearing Impairment, Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN) in Hemel Hempstead. You will deliver personalised lessons for pupils aged 2-19, integrating HI and SLCN strategies and working with a multi-disciplinary team.

The role offers full-time or part-time hours and a salary on the MPS/UPS scale with SEN allowance, with potential for a TLR. QTS is essential, and experience with SEND is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS (essential).
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, HI or SLCN.
• Caring, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong relationships with pupils, families and professionals.
• Creative, adaptable and inclusive educator.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to pupils' communication needs.
• Collaborate with TAs, SaLTs, Teachers of the Deaf and families.
• Create inclusive environment where every child can flourish.
• Support pupils from Early Years to Post-16.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

HI/SLCN experience

Autism experience

Communication skills

Job description

SEND Teacher Hearing Impairment, Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN)

Location: Hemel Hempstead
Start Date: September 2026 or October Half Term
Contract: Full-time or Part-time Considered
Salary: MPS UPS + SEN Allowance (Potential TLR Available)

Empower every child to find their voice.

Are you a passionate SEND Teacher committed to supporting children and young people with hearing impairment, speech, language and communication needs? We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and adaptable teacher to join our specialist team, working with pupils aged 2 19 years.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help children develop the communication skills, confidence and independence they need to thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

The Role

You will deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to each pupil's communication needs, supporting learners from Early Years through to Post-16. Working closely with teaching assistants, Speech and Language Therapists, Teachers of the Deaf, families and other professionals, you'll create an inclusive environment where every child can flourish.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (essential).
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly:
  • Hearing Impairment (HI)
  • Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
  • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
  • Social Communication Difficulties
• Has a caring, patient and nurturing approach.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, families and professionals.
• Delivers engaging, child-centred learning that promotes communication, confidence and independence.
• Is creative, adaptable and committed to inclusive education.

Desirable Skills & Training

Experience or knowledge of the following would be advantageous:

• Makaton
• British Sign Language (BSL)
• PECS
• Signalong
• AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
• Intensive Interaction
• Attention Autism
• Total Communication approaches
• Visual communication strategies and sensory communication techniques
• Working alongside Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT)
• Supporting pupils with hearing aids or cochlear implants

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with pupils aged 2 19 years.
• A supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Ongoing specialist SEND training and professional development.
• Access to excellent communication resources and assistive technology.
• A rewarding role where every achievement is celebrated.
• Opportunities for career progression and specialist development.

If you're passionate about helping children overcome communication barriers and believe every learner deserves the opportunity to be heard, we'd love to hear from you.