SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher – QTS

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: QTS – Paid to Scale
Positions: Short-term and Long-term opportunities available

About the Role

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher with QTS looking to make a real difference to children and young people?

Balfor Education is recruiting for a QTS-qualified SEN Teacher to join a specialist school in West Wickham, supporting pupils aged 5–19 with SEMH, Autism and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

The school provides a supportive, structured environment with modern facilities designed to promote learning, independence, communication and wellbeing.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs. You will work closely with Teaching Assistants, SEN staff, therapists and the wider school team to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated SEN lessons.
• Support pupils with SEMH, Autism and SLCN.
• Deliver learning in line with EHCP outcomes and individual targets.
• Build positive relationships and promote confidence, independence and resilience.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching where required.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other professionals.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to pupils' wider development and the life of the school.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent.
• Previous SEN/SEND teaching experience is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH and/or SLCN.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and inclusive teaching.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Understanding of EHCPs and individualised learning.
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

What We Offer

• QTS pay – paid to scale.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Short-term and long-term positions.
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm.
• Specialist SEN teaching experience.
• Support from your dedicated Balfor Education consultant.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain a new Enhanced DBS.
• Satisfactory professional references covering a minimum of 2 years, including the most recent employer.
• All required safeguarding and compliance checks must be completed before starting.

How to Apply

If you are a QTS-qualified SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in West Wickham, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, submit your up-to-date CV. If you are a suitable fit for this role, you will be contacted within 3 working days.

About Balfor Education

Balfor Education is a specialist education recruitment agency providing teachers, SEN specialists and support staff to schools and educational settings across the UK.

We connect education professionals with opportunities where they can make a genuine difference to pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.

Safeguarding Commitment

Balfor Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate

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