SEN Teacher Opportunity – Make a Real Difference

Location: Mansfield area
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week, term time only)
Salary: M1 – M6 (£32,916 to £45,352 per annum, dependent on experience)

About the School

We are working with a specialist independent education provider supporting children and young people aged 7–19 with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

The school operates across two adjoining sites, delivering a highly personalised, holistic approach to education. With small group sizes and a focus on multi-sensory learning, the environment is designed to help students re-engage, rebuild confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Relationships, wellbeing, and inclusion are at the heart of everything they do. 

The Role

We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and dedicated SEN Teacher to join this supportive team.

You will:

• Teach learners in small groups, delivering engaging and flexible lessons
• Create individualised learning programmes tailored to each student
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide innovative, multi-sensory teaching approaches
• Occasionally support across additional local sites if required

This is a fantastic opportunity to truly transform lives through education!

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and review personalised lesson plans and schemes of work
• Use creative and adaptable teaching strategies to maximise engagement
• Promote student voice and involve learners in their education
• Maintain a strong focus on safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion
• Support assessment, tracking, and reporting (including EHCPs)
• Contribute to curriculum development and improvement
• Maintain accurate records and reports for relevant commissioning bodies
• Engage in continuous professional development 

What We’re Looking For

• A passionate SEN Teacher committed to learner-centred education
• Someone who thrives in a flexible and creative environment 
• Strong relationship-builder with excellent communication skills
• Reflective and motivated to develop professionally

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• SEN teaching experience (preferred)
• Relevant Level 6 qualification

Safeguarding & Compliance

This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks and pre-employment safeguarding screening.

The organisation is committed to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion 

Please note: shortlisted candidates may be subject to online checks.

Additional Information

This vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed.

If you’re ready to inspire, support, and transform young lives, we’d love to hear from you

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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