SEND Teacher

SEN Teacher

Location: Underwood & Ilkeston (Nottinghamshire)

Contract: Permanent, Term Time

Hours: 40 hours a week

Salary: £32,916 to £45,535 (M1 to M6)

Inspire, Support and Transform Learning

A dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher is required to deliver personalised, engaging learning for young people aged 7-19 who face barriers to mainstream education. This role is ideal for someone who believes in flexible, relationship-centred teaching and wants to make a meaningful difference every day.

The provision offers personalised learning pathways across academic subjects, alternative provision hubs and vocational areas such as Sports, Land-Based Studies, Motor Mechanics, Construction, Creative Digital, Catering, Creative Arts and Adventure. Staff work closely with learners and families to build trust, confidence and positive outcomes.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging, personalised learning to small groups and 1:1 learners across local hubs
• Adapt curriculum content and activities to meet a wide range of SEN needs
• Build nurturing, positive relationships and advocate for learners' needs
• Involve learners and families in planning, decision making and progress reviews
• Maintain a safe learning environment through safeguarding and health & safety compliance
• Support assessments, progress tracking, report writing and EHCP documentation
• Work collaboratively with Learning Managers to gather information and maintain accurate records
• Contribute to curriculum development within your subject area
• Engage fully in CPD and ongoing professional development
• Travel regularly between sites (driving licence and vehicle required)

About You

You bring both professional expertise and a warm, learner-centred approach.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong understanding of adapting curriculum for SEN learners
• Clear knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Experience supporting young people with anxiety and diverse learning needs
• Ability to build trust, rapport and positive relationships
• Understanding of visual and structured teaching strategies
• Creativity, flexibility, resilience and a solution focused mindset

Why Join the Team?

You'll be part of a supportive, forward thinking environment that values creativity, collaboration and the belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive. Your work will directly shape the learning journeys of young people who need a teacher who truly sees them, understands them and champions their potential.

Training & Development

A wide range of CPD opportunities to support your growth and career progression.

Financial Wellbeing

• Discounts on groceries, dining, phone plans, gym memberships and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Car Scheme
• Access to a financial wellbeing app for budgeting, saving and early access to pay

Pay & Reward

• Enhanced annual leave
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced pension
• Life assurance
• Health & Wellbeing
• 24/7 GP access for you and your household

• Health Cash Plan covering dental, optical and everyday healthcare costs
• Employee Assistance Programme with confidential counselling

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