SEN Teacher

Salary: £32,916 - £49,232 per annum (M1-UPS2), dependent on qualifications and experience
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Start date: New school opening late 2026 (tbc)

 

About the School

This brand-new specialist school is due to open in late 2026 (subject to confirmation) and will provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment for children and young people aged 5-19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

With a planned capacity of 72 students, the school’s vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational setting where every learner can thrive. The focus is on high standards, strong relationships and a trauma-informed, child-centred approach.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new school from the very beginning and contribute to something truly transformative.

The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled SEN Teachers (primary and/or secondary trained) with a genuine passion for working with children and young people.

As a teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring all pupils have access to a meaningful, engaging and appropriately differentiated curriculum. You will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to create a positive, supportive and structured learning environment.

This is a highly rewarding role where your work will be valued, your impact will be visible, and you will see first-hand the difference excellent education can make.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
• Setting personalised learning targets and supporting pupils to achieve them
• Monitoring progress and reporting to parents, carers and senior staff
• Leading on a subject or curriculum area and supporting colleagues as required
• Managing and supervising support staff within the classroom
• Maintaining compliance with safeguarding, equality, and health & safety policies

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of teaching a thematic curriculum in primary and/or secondary education
• Experience working in special school settings, particularly with pupils with SEMH and SEND
• Proven ability to deliver a differentiated curriculum to meet diverse needs
• Strong knowledge of the national curriculum
• Working understanding of ASC and SEMH, including complex presentations

Desirable

• Additional qualifications in SEND
• Experience contributing to curriculum development for learners with SEND
• Strong nurturing skills and an empathetic, relationship-focused approach

This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new provision and make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an enthusiastic teacher who wants to bring meaningful change to the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your journey!

Safeguarding

Reed Education and the employing school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and comply with safer recruitment procedures.