Special Educational Needs Teacher

New Directions; Ledston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Education Ltd in Leeds is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to support students with diverse needs in specialist provisions and schools across the area. You will deliver differentiated lessons, work with support staff and SEN coordinators, and monitor progress to meet EHCP outcomes, while promoting confidence and independence in pupils.

DBS check will be required. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check and demonstrate a genuine commitment to safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience in SEN settings essential.
• Strong SEN knowledge and effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Patience, resilience, and passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
• Able to work full-time and commit to ongoing placements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils with SEND including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with support staff, SENCOs, parents, and external agencies.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching to EHCP outcomes.
• Promote confidence, independence, and personal development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Differentiated instruction

SEN understanding

Patience

Resilience

Relationship building

Full-time commitment

Education

QTS

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN Teacher passionate about transforming the lives of young people with additional needs?

Due to increasing demand across the Leeds area, New Directions Education is seeking dedicated and resilient SEN Teachers to support a range of specialist provisions and schools. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who thrives in a nurturing environment and is committed to helping every pupil achieve their full potential.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Learning Difficulties, and Complex Needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment where every student can succeed.
• Work closely with support staff, SENCOs, parents, and external agencies.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies to meet individual EHCP outcomes.
• Promote confidence, independence, and personal development in pupils.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Previous experience working within SEN settings is essential.
• Strong understanding of a range of Special Educational Needs and effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
• Ability to work full-time and commit to ongoing placements.

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

For the right teacher, this is far more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to inspire confidence, unlock potential, and positively influence the future of pupils who need it most.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.