Teacher - SEND

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free professional development

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to work full-time at a specialist school supporting pupils aged 7-16 across KS2 to KS4, with primary curriculum experience essential.

The role involves delivering engaging, differentiated lessons, adapting methods for varied ages and needs, and collaborating with support staff to promote positive behaviour and pupil progress.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching pupils with additional needs in a specialist SEN setting or similar.
• Experience delivering the primary curriculum is essential for this role.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and social, emotional or behavioural difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet pupils' individual learning needs and abilities.
• Work with pupils aged 7-16 across a variety of year groups and key stages.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to support pupils working at primary curriculum level.
• Provide a structured, supportive learning environment that promotes engagement, progress and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, and social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with support staff and other professionals to help pupils achieve their potential.
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to the changing needs of different age groups and learners.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

Primary curriculum

Job description

SEN Teacher - Specialist School (KS2-KS4) Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract Until July 2027

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a dedicated, flexible and experienced SEN Teacher to work full-time at a specialist school supporting pupils aged 7-16 across KS2 to KS4. Although pupils span a wide age range, they are all currently working at primary curriculum level. For this reason, experience of delivering the primary curriculum is particularly important. Applications are welcome from both primary and secondary-trained teachers who have the relevant experience and skills to meet the needs of these pupils. This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and can adapt their teaching approach to support pupils with a range of additional needs and barriers to learning.

The Role

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet pupils' individual learning needs and abilities.
• Work with pupils aged 7-16 across a variety of year groups and key stages.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to support pupils working at primary curriculum level.
• Provide a structured, supportive learning environment that promotes engagement, progress and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, and social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with support staff and other professionals to help pupils achieve their potential.
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to the changing needs of different age groups and learners.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has previous experience teaching pupils with additional needs in a specialist SEN setting or a similar environment.
• Has experience delivering the primary curriculum, which is essential for this role.
• Has experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and social, emotional or behavioural difficulties.
• Is highly adaptable, patient and resilient, with the ability to adjust their teaching approach to suit different ages, abilities and needs.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils who may face significant barriers to learning.
• Is committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing and engaging learning environment.

What We Offer

• A full-time teaching position within a specialist school.
• A fixed-term opportunity running until July 2027.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' educational progress and personal development.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant.
• Access to free professional development and training through The National College.