SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher

Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time | Permanent (part-time applications may be considered)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with a range of additional learning needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN professional or an enthusiastic teacher looking to develop their career within specialist education.

The successful candidate will be committed to providing high-quality, personalised learning experiences that enable pupils to achieve their full potential in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
Develop and implement personalised learning programmes in line with EHCP outcomes.
Support pupils with a range of complex learning, communication and sensory needs.
Foster positive relationships that promote confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, families and external professionals.
Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where required.
Create a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning and positive behaviour.
Contribute to annual reviews, multi-disciplinary meetings and wider school life.
About You

We are looking for a teacher who has:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
Experience teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in either specialist or mainstream settings.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Communication and interaction needs
Sensory processing differences
Physical disabilities and medical needs (desirable)

Strong knowledge of differentiated teaching strategies and inclusive practice.
Experience working with alternative communication methods such as PECS, Makaton or AAC (desirable).
A calm, patient and adaptable approach with excellent behaviour management skills.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
We Offer

A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialist SEN training.
Access to experienced multidisciplinary teams.
Well-resourced learning environments.
Competitive salary and employee benefits.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs.
Safeguarding

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This role is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to help children with complex needs thrive, we would love to hear from you