SEN Teacher
Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Location: Leatherhead
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available
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About the Role
A specialist SEN school in Leatherhead is seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teacher to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people with a range of additional and complex learning needs within a supportive, structured, and well-resourced environment.
The school caters for pupils with Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), speech and language needs, SEMH, and associated communication difficulties. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and personalised learning experiences that support pupils' academic progress, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet EHCP outcomes and learning targets
- Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and communication development
- Create a structured, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
- Use sensory, visual, and practical learning approaches to maximise engagement
- Support behaviour regulation through positive and consistent strategies
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and wider SEN professionals
- Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress
- Contribute to annual reviews, EHCP meetings, and wider school initiatives
What We’re Looking ForEssential:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience teaching within SEN or mainstream education
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Ability to differentiate learning for pupils with a range of additional needs
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Desirable:
- Experience working with pupils with ASC, SLD, SEMH, or communication needs
- Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC, or sensory learning approaches
- Experience within a specialist SEN school or alternative provision
- Understanding of personalised and communication-focused learning curriculums
What This Role Offers
- ASAP and September start opportunities available
- Supportive and experienced SEN leadership team
- Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training opportunities
- Well-resourced specialist learning environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing
- Long-term or permanent opportunities available
Pay: £201.70-£322.25 per day
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
