SEN Teacher

📍 Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
📅 Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Simply Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive special school in Peterborough. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including those with Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language Difficulties, or Moderate Learning Difficulties.

As part of a collaborative team, you will create a nurturing learning environment that helps every pupil develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver individualised and engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of SEN pupils.

• Support students in developing communication, independence, and emotional regulation skills.

• Use creative and adaptive teaching strategies to inspire confidence and participation.

• Collaborate effectively with Teaching Assistants, therapists, and families to ensure holistic support for every child.

• Contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and monitor pupil progress closely.

• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages learning and wellbeing.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Have proven experience working with pupils with SEN, either in a specialist or mainstream setting.

• Demonstrate empathy, patience, and resilience in managing complex needs and behaviours.

• Be committed to inclusive, child-centred education.

• Possess strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.

• Access to a variety of free CPD courses to support your professional development.

• Work within a supportive, collaborative, and positive school community.

• Opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on young people's lives.

• Excellent potential for career progression and growth within specialist education.

Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

🛡️ Requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS check is required prior to appointment.

If you are passionate about helping children with SEN reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you!
Please send your CV and cover letter, or apply online today to join our dedicated team in Peterborough.