Specialist SEN Teacher

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational provider in Canterbury seeks a passionate Specialist SEN Teacher to guide pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This role involves teaching small classes, creating individualized support plans, and fostering a nurturing environment. Key qualifications include holding Qualified Teacher Status and experience in managing challenging behaviour. Excellent on-site training and CPD support will be provided. The position offers a pay rate of £170 - £260 per day and is term-time only.

Benefits

On-site parking

Excellent training and support

Term-time only schedule

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN / SEMH / challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teaching small classes of pupils with SEMH needs.
• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Implementing and supporting individual behaviour and support plans.
• Creating a safe and positive learning environment.
• Collaborating with support staff, therapists, and the wider SEN team.

Skills

Calmness

Resilience

Emotional Intelligence

Behaviour Management Skills

De-escalation Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Specialist SEN Teacher - SEMH - Canterbury

Are you a passionate, resilient and driven Teacher ready to make a genuine, life-changing impact on young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Academics are proud to be working in close partnership with a specialist SEMH provision in the Canterbury area, seeking an experienced and inspiring Specialist SEN Teacher to support pupils who require a personalised, trauma-informed and nurturing approach to learning.

This is a hugely rewarding opportunity for a Teacher who thrives in a small, supportive setting where strong relationships, consistency and emotional understanding sit at the heart of every success. You will have the chance to transform lives, rebuild confidence and help pupils rediscover a love for learning in an environment that truly values your skills.

About the role: Specialist SEN Teacher

• Teaching small classes of pupils with SEMH needs
• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons
• Implementing and supporting individual behaviour and support plans
• Creating a safe, positive and structured learning environment
• Working collaboratively with support staff, therapists and the wider SEN team

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Has experience working with SEN / SEMH / challenging behaviour
• Is calm, resilient and emotionally intelligent
• Has strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Is committed to long-term impact and relationship building

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) - Essential

Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students

170 - 260 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, Term time only

You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

On site parking included

Specialist SEN Teacher

Apply now or contact Ollie Mynard at Academics Ltd: Become a Specialist SEN Teacher today!

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