Location: Lowestoft, Suffolk
Contract: September 2026 – December 2026
Job Type: Contract / Temporary
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
SEN Teacher - KS3 Job Opportunity in Lowestoft, Suffolk
Inspire EHC is recruiting a dedicated Contract SEN Teacher to join a highly regarded Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in Lowestoft, Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND Teacher to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and well-established specialist setting.
This Outstanding SEN school caters for children and young people with moderate learning difficulties (MLD) and a range of additional needs including:
Autism (ASC)
Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), ensuring tailored support and structured learning pathways.
About the School
This specialist provision supports boys and girls from Year 3 to Year 11, including term-time residential facilities. The school is committed to delivering high-quality SEN education while promoting independence, confidence, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities – SEN Teacher - KS3
Plan and deliver adapted and engaging lessons for students with SEN and complex needs
Monitor and assess student progress in line with EHCP targets
Implement effective behaviour management strategies
Create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and parents
Follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and tailored support strategies
Contribute to the school’s inclusive ethos and development
Requirements – SEN / SEND Teacher - KS3
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience working within SEN, SEND or specialist education settings
Strong understanding of autism, MLD, and communication needs
Excellent behaviour management and classroom adaptability
Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills
Passion for supporting children with additional needs in education
Why Apply for This SEN Teaching - KS3 Role?
Work in an Outstanding SEN school in Suffolk
Supportive and experienced leadership team
Opportunity to make a real difference in SEND education
Competitive daily pay rates
Dedicated support from Inspire EHC
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
Inspire EHC and our partner SEN school in Lowestoft, Suffolk are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will:
Undergo an enhanced DBS check
Provide two professional references
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
Apply Today
If you are a passionate SEN Teacher, SEND Teacher, or Special Needs Teacher looking for a contract role in Suffolk, apply now to join a school where you can truly make an impact
Salary description
£150.00 - £250.00 per day