Unqualified Teacher in Letchworth Garden City)

Academics; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Letchworth is seeking an enthusiastic Unqualified Teacher to join their team. This role involves delivering engaging lessons, supporting pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties, and working collaboratively with qualified teachers. The ideal candidate should have a genuine passion for education, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to various learning styles. This position offers opportunities for professional development, a supportive environment, and a chance to make a significant impact on students' lives, with pathways to teacher training available.

Benefits

Supportive specialist team

Continuous professional development

Well-resourced learning environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children and young people with complex needs.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in education, care, SEN, or youth support is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons under guidance.
• Support pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Patience

Job description

Unqualified Teacher - Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Letchworth Garden City

Salary: £22,601 - £35,259 (Actual)

Pay Scale: Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale

As an Unqualified Teacher, you will work within a forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality, personalised learning experiences. You will play a key role in helping pupils achieve their potential through creative approaches, strong relationships, and a genuine belief in every learner's ability to succeed.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Unqualified Teacher to join a specialist SEN school in Letchworth Garden City, supporting a vibrant community of 175 young people aged 2-19 with severe and complex learning difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about education and training, eager to make a meaningful impact, and ready to grow professionally within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons under the guidance of qualified teachers
• Support pupils with a range of severe and complex learning difficulties
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities
• Foster positive behaviour, independence, and confidence among pupils
• Implement personalised learning strategies and sensory-based approaches
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff

What We Offer

• A proactive and genuine commitment to staff wellbeing
• A determined, friendly, and highly supportive specialist team based in Letchworth Garden City
• A comprehensive induction programme tailored to your role
• Continuous professional development aligned with your interests and aspirations
• A well‑resourced, inspiring learning environment with specialist SEN facilities
• Opportunities to observe experienced teachers and learn from SEN practitionersA varied and fulfilling role with daily challenges and successes
• Regular opportunities to contribute to curriculum development
• Support from senior leaders who prioritise development and collaboration
• Access to wider school network training, workshops, and mentoring

For suitably qualified and committed candidates, Graduate Teacher Training may also be available, providing a clear pathway to achieving qualified teacher status in Letchworth Garden City.

The Ideal Candidate in the education and training sector Will Have:

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people with complex needs
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Patience, resilience, creativity, and a positive attitude
• Experience in education, care, SEN, or youth support (desirable but not essential)
• A willingness to learn, take direction, and contribute new ideas
• The ability to adapt to a variety of learning styles and pupil needs
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Join this fantastic SEN specialist school in Letchworth Garden City as an Unqualified Teacher and help shape futures in a setting where every achievement is valued and every day brings new opportunities for growth in the education and training environment.