Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies in Manchester is seeking a Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Teacher to join our inclusion team. You will design and deliver high-impact, tailored learning experiences for individuals and small groups with complex SEND, fostering an environment where children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Applicants should hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with SEND experience; an ECT with SEND specialism is considered.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with SEND experience.
• Excellent communication with adults and children.
• Ability to design and deliver tailored learning for children with complex SEND.
• Strong classroom management and emotional literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess targeted interventions for individuals and small groups with complex SEND.
• Adapt and differentiate the curriculum to ensure access to learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, teaching assistants, parents, and external agencies to implement EHCPs.
• Maintain precise records of student progress and adapt strategies as needs evolve.

Skills

QTS

Communication

SEND

Creativity

Independent & Team Working

Education

QTS

SEND Specialism

Job description

Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Teacher

Employer:

Teaching Vacancies

Location:

College Road, Manchester, M16 0AA

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

01/11/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for We have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic teacher to join our team to enhance our offer.

The Role: We are seeking an exceptional, passionate, and dedicated SEND Teacher to join our inclusion team.

In this role, you will work closely with our SENDCo to design and deliver high-impact, tailored learning experiences for individuals and small groups of children with complex special educational needs and disabilities.

You will be instrumental in maintaining an environment where children can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

If you are an ECT you MUST have a specialism in SEND. We are looking for someone who: Is committed to nurturing individuals Is strong practitioner with a record of effective teaching Has excellent up-to-date knowledge and skills Is a strong communicator with adults and children Is creative, reliable and hardworking Has the skills to work independently and collectively Is proactive and solution focused Key Responsibilities: Plan, deliver, and assess targeted interventions for individuals and small groups of children with complex SEND. Adapt and differentiate the curriculum creatively to ensure all children can access learning and achieve their full potential.

Work collaboratively with class teachers, teaching assistants, parents, and external agencies to implement Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and bespoke learning pathways.

Foster a highly nurturing, safe, and supportive learning environment that promotes emotional well-being, resilience, and independence.

Maintain precise records of student progress, adapting strategies continuously to meet evolving needs.

Person Specification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a proven track record of teaching children with SEND within a primary school or specialist provision setting.

A proven commitment to helping every child fulfil their unique potential, regardless of their starting point.

Outstanding capability to use creative, hands-on, and innovative teaching methods to engage neurodiverse learners.

A warm, empathetic, and nurturing approach, backed by strong classroom management and emotional literacy skills.

Excellent communication skills to build trusted relationships with families, colleagues, and external specialists.

What the school offers its staff We Offer: A school with a strong ethos where everyone is valued Enthusiastic and engaging children and staff A carefully structured, unique school curriculum A strong and dedicated senior leadership team A commitment to your professional development A school dedicated to the development of emotional intelligence Very supportive parents and Governors Further details about the role Visits to School: Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

The post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This post is subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.