Location: Ashford, Kent
Start Date: April 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time and/or Part-Time | Flexible Supply (Short-Term & Long-Term)
Salary: Competitive - Negotiable Depending on Experience
SEND Supply Teacher - Flexible Role in a Specialist SEN School
Are you a passionate SEND Supply Teacher, SEN Teacher, or SEMH Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Ashford, Kent?
Teach Plus is currently recruiting a dedicated and adaptable Supply Teacher (SEND) to work within a welcoming specialist SEN school, supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher who enjoys working in a rewarding environment, making a real difference to pupils with additional needs while benefiting from flexible working arrangements.
About the School
This supportive and inclusive SEN school in Ashford provides a nurturing environment for pupils with SEMH needs and additional learning challenges.
Staff benefit from:
A collaborative and experienced support team
A strong focus on pupil wellbeing and behaviour support
Structured systems to support teaching and learning
Opportunities to work alongside therapists and SEN professionals
A rewarding environment where every day makes a difference
The Role - SEND Supply Teacher / SEN Teacher
As a SEND Supply Teacher, you will deliver engaging and tailored lessons while supporting pupils with additional needs to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver differentiated lessons for pupils with SEND / SEMH needs
Support and implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress
Manage behaviour using positive behaviour strategies
Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and parents
Adapt teaching approaches to meet a range of complex needs
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a confident and compassionate SEND Teacher / Supply Teacher who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has experience working with SEN / SEND / SEMH pupils (desirable)
Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Is adaptable, resilient, and proactive
Is confident working across different age groups and abilities
Is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needsThis role is suitable for:
SEN Teachers / SEND Teachers
SEMH Teachers
Primary or Secondary Teachers with SEN experience
Supply Teachers seeking flexible work
Teachers looking to transition into special education
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Right to work in the UK
Strong classroom management and adaptability
Why Apply for This SEND Supply Teacher Role?
Flexible full-time or part-time working options
Competitive daily rates (negotiable)
Opportunity to work in a rewarding SEN / SEMH setting
Supportive and experienced school team
Opportunity to gain valuable SEN teaching experience
Access to long-term or permanent opportunities
Ongoing support from Teach Plus consultants
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Apply Now
If you are a motivated SEND Supply Teacher, SEN Teacher, or SEMH Teacher looking for flexible work in Ashford, Kent starting in April 2026, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Rebecca at Teach Plus or click Apply Now to be considered for this rewarding teaching opportunity.
About Teach Plus
Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, and our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work
Salary description
£140.00 - £180.00 per day