The Haven School Wolston is a supportive and inclusive secondary school located in the heart of Warwickshire, dedicated to providing high-quality education for all students. We are currently seeking a passionate and committed SEN Teacher to join our team, working across Key Stage 4. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their teaching career or looking to develop their skills in special educational needs within a whole-school context.
Position: SEN Teacher
Type: Full-time Teacher
Curriculum: Key Stage 4
Education Stage: Secondary
Role Overview:
As an SEN Teacher at The Haven School Wolston, you will work closely with students who have special educational needs, supporting their learning and development across various subjects. You will play a key role in creating tailored learning plans that help each student achieve their potential while fostering an inclusive environment.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent qualification preferred but not essential; we welcome applications from those new to teaching.
- A genuine interest in supporting students with diverse learning needs.
- Strong communication skills to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student requirements.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience when working with young people facing challenges.
Values and Attitudes:
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school community.
- A positive approach towards continuous professional development and reflective practice.
- Enthusiasm for contributing positively to the whole school ethos of care and support.
- Collaborative mindset willing to work as part of a multidisciplinary team focused on student wellbeing.
If you are motivated by making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs and want to grow your career within an encouraging environment, we would love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more about this exciting opportunity at The Haven School Wolston please contact our headteacher directly - [email protected]
To apply please follow the link to the TES application page
About The Haven School Wolston
Our School is a registered independent school which is situated in a beautiful rural location in the Warwickshire countryside. Our core aim is to offer a highly bespoke education to enhance the social and emotional wellbeing and life chances of vulnerable children who struggle in a mainstream educational setting. The School caters for 40 pupils.
The School will cater for pupils with SEMH, Autism and ADHD from a number of local authorities and schools and provide them will a highly specialist and individualised educational experience to allow them to overcome their barriers to learning. We are looking to appoint an individual who shares our unflinching commitment to providing the young people we will serve with the best possible future life chances.
What we will offer
The opportunity to join our small and highly supportive team which prides itself on its commitment to CPD and career enhancement.
High levels of key worker and teaching assistant support.
Premises located in a former stables block on a large rural estate that have been newly refurbished and decorated to an extremely high standard.
Free car parking.
How to apply
Please contact the headteacher:- [email protected] for more information
or apply direct on the TES website
www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/sen-leader-warwickshire-2338787
Closing date for applications: ASAP and by August 17th 2026
Strong applications may be considered upon receipt.
The Haven School Wolston is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Due to this post having access to children, candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £33,410.00-£46,062.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- full UK driving licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
