English Teacher (Years 7-11) - Specialist SEN School
Posted 20 hours 12 minutes ago by Tesol Inc
Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Long-term or Permanent Salary: MPS
A specialist school in Dibden is seeking an English Teacher who can bring creativity, patience and adaptability to a setting where pupils need far more than a standard classroom experience.
The school supports pupils aged 7-16 with a wide range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASC, communication differences, attachment-related needs, and school-based anxiety. Many pupils arrive with disrupted educational journeys, and the school's mission is to rebuild confidence, curiosity and a sense of belonging.
About the Provision- Small-group teaching and individualised support to help pupils re-engage
- Trauma-informed practice embedded into daily routines
- Personalised learning pathways that reflect each pupil's starting point
- A literacy-rich curriculum that values creativity, communication and real-world relevance
- A strong emphasis on emotional regulation, consistency and trust
This role is ideal for an English Teacher who enjoys thinking differently about curriculum and engagement. You will:
- Teach English across Years 7-11, adapting content for pupils working at a wide range of levels
- Support learners working toward Entry Level, Functional Skills or GCSE pathways
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may present with emotional or behavioural challenges
- Create a classroom environment that is structured, predictable and genuinely nurturing
- Work closely with therapists, support staff and pastoral teams to ensure a joined-up approach
- Location: Dibden, Hampshire
- Start Date: September 2026
- Contract: Long-term or permanent
- Salary: MPS
- Right to work in the UK
- QTS with English specialism or strong English-teaching experience
- Experience teaching English at KS3 and/or KS4
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
- References covering the last 24 months
- Experience working with SEND, particularly pupils with complex needs
- Confidence delivering English to learners working significantly below age-related expectations
- Experience in specialist, alternative or therapeutic settings
- Understanding of SEMH, trauma-informed approaches and behaviour support
- Access to free, accredited CPD including behaviour support, trauma-informed practice and communication strategies
- Support from an in-house Training and Development Team
- Ongoing guidance from a dedicated local consultant who understands the school and its needs
If this role aligns with your experience, please send an up-to-date copy of your CV.