About the Role
We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced SEN Teacher to join a specialist provision within a welcoming primary school in Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children with a range of special educational needs, supporting them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
The provision caters for pupils who require additional support beyond that available in a mainstream classroom, providing tailored learning programmes and personalised interventions to meet individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEND.
- Create a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive.
- Develop and implement individual learning plans and strategies to support pupil progress.
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, school staff, parents, carers, and external agencies.
- Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where necessary.
- Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development alongside their academic learning.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and success of the school's specialist provision.
About You
We welcome applications from experienced SEN practitioners who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience teaching children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
- Experience working within a specialist provision, resource base, SEN school, or similar specialist setting.
- Strong understanding of a range of SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Speech and Language needs, ADHD, SEMH, and associated learning difficulties.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual pupil needs.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Desirable Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable but not essential.
- Additional SEND qualifications or specialist training.
- Experience leading interventions and supporting EHCP outcomes.
What We Offer
- A supportive and inclusive school community.
- The opportunity to work within a well-established specialist provision.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A dedicated and collaborative staff team.
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the educational journey of children with additional needs.
If you are an enthusiastic and experienced SEN practitioner looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!
If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement. #IND-ML-25
Pay: £33,000.00-£52,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
