Special Needs Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Painswick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic SEN Teachers to work across specialist SEN schools in Gloucester, inspiring and empowering pupils with additional needs. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers looking to develop SEN experience or experienced practitioners seeking a new challenge in a role where every achievement matters.

As an SEN Teacher you will plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual abilities and learning goals, working with teaching assistants and other

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with SEN or strong interest in SEN education.
• Ability to adapt teaching to diverse learning needs.
• Strong classroom management and positive behaviour-support skills.
• Patience, resilience, creativity and excellent communication.
• Commitment to a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons adapted to individual abilities and goals.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, support staff and other professionals.
• Ensure each pupil receives guidance and encouragement to succeed.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

SEN experience

Adaptive teaching

Classroom management

Behaviour support

Patience and resilience

Communication

Job description

SEN Teacher - Gloucester

Inspire, empower and make a lasting difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs.

Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic and committed SEN Teachers to work across specialist SEN schools in Gloucester. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers looking to develop their SEN experience or experienced practitioners seeking a new challenge in a role where every achievement matters.

Whether your background is in mainstream education or specialist SEN settings, we want to hear from teachers who can create engaging, inclusive and supportive learning environments tailored to individual needs.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will take responsibility for planning and delivering engaging lessons adapted to the individual abilities, needs and learning goals of your pupils. You'll work closely with teaching assistants, support staff and other professionals to ensure every pupil receives the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed.

Depending on the setting, you may support pupils with:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Autism, ADHD and associated communication difficulties.
• Social, emotional and behavioural challenges.
• Moderate to complex learning difficulties.
• Individual Education Plans (IEPs), EHCP targets and personalised learning programmes.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with SEN, or a strong interest in developing within specialist education.
• The ability to adapt teaching methods to meet a range of learning needs.
• Strong classroom management and positive behaviour-support skills.
• Patience, resilience, creativity and excellent communication skills.
• A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Why Work with Prospero Teaching?

• Meaningful work: Make a tangible difference to pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Excellent opportunities: Explore a range of teaching positions across specialist SEN schools in Gloucester.
• Professional development: Expand your experience and develop your specialist teaching skills.
• Ongoing support: Work with a dedicated recruitment consultant who understands the SEN sector and your career goals.
• Flexible opportunities: Access suitable placements, including potential longer-term roles.