SEN Teacher

Wolverhampton Source: WhatJobs

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SEN Teacher – Wolverhampton

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Join specialist education settings across Wolverhampton as a dedicated SEN Teacher and help provide truly personalised learning experiences that enable every pupil to achieve their potential.

What's in it for you?

Competitive daily pay of £140 – £253
Choice of PAYE or Umbrella payment options
Flexible working: full-time, part-time, and day-to-day opportunities available
Work in specialist SEND education environments
Benefit from smaller class sizes with additional Teaching Assistant support
Deliver highly personalised and creative learning experiences
Long-term and flexible assignments to suit your lifestyle

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and other professionals to create a supportive, structured, and inclusive learning environment. Your focus will be on adapting teaching around each pupil’s strengths, learning needs, and EHCP outcomes, ensuring meaningful progress for all.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with a range of needs including Autism, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs, and learning disabilities
Adapt teaching methods and resources to suit individual starting points and needs
Support pupils to achieve their personal EHCP targets
Create a calm, inclusive classroom atmosphere
Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress
Promote pupils’ communication, confidence, and independence
Work effectively with other education professionals and families
Maintain high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare

Skills and Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
At least 6 months’ UK classroom teaching experience needed
Previous SEND experience highly desirable
Experience supporting pupils with Autism, sensory needs, or communication difficulties would be beneficial
Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning outcomes
Ability to adapt teaching for a wide range of needs
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach to teaching
Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Ability to provide suitable references covering your most recent 24 months