SEN Teacher - Stockport
Full-Time | Long-Term with Potential to Go Permanent
Competitive Pay | Immediate or January Start

A specialist provision in Stockport is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to support its small, nurturing cohort of pupils with diverse additional needs, including SEMH, autism, and complex learning barriers. This is a long-term position with the strong potential to transition into a permanent post for the right candidate.

The setting places considerable emphasis on staff wellbeing, professional development, and maintaining a supportive culture. All benefits outlined below apply once a candidate becomes a permanent member of staff at the school.

Permanent Contract Benefits Include:
(Applicable once the candidate is taken on permanently by the school)

• Discounted gym memberships
• Access to a wellbeing app with fitness, yoga, and mindfulness resources
• Counselling and wellbeing support
• Reduced administrative load to enable focus on teaching
• Generous holiday entitlement and flexible working arrangements where possible
• Funded professional development and paid qualifications
• Death in Service insurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
• Medicash scheme for staff and dependants (optical, dental, prescriptions, holistic therapies - up to £900 annually)
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual recognition awards
• £500 referral bonus scheme
• Staff discount and rewards platform
• Weekly senior leadership drop-ins
• Annual group events and ongoing benefit reviews

The Role

You will:

• Deliver high-quality, personalised teaching to small groups
• Support learners' academic, emotional, and social development
• Create a consistent, structured environment in line with SEND and SEMH best practice
• Collaborate closely with support staff and wider professionals
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and professional conduct
• Promote equality, diversity, and British values throughout your practice

Person Specification

• QTS/QTLS or a willingness to work towards a recognised teaching qualification
• Experience in SEND, SEMH, alternative provision, or specialist environments (advantageous)
• Strong skills in English, Maths, or Science (Grade C/4 or above)
• Ability to engage, de-escalate, and motivate pupils with varied needs
• Resilience, adaptability, and a solution-focused approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational and planning abilities

About the Provision

The Stockport site operates with a small pupil roll to ensure each young person receives tailored support. The team is committed to nurturing progress, building confidence, and preparing pupils for reintegration or onward pathways. Staff benefit from both local leadership and wider regional support across the organisation.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV via this advert. For more information, contact Josh at Simply Education:

Email:
Phone: 0161 413 7929
WhatsApp: 07506 705017

All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check, provide two professional references from the past two years, and complete a full safeguarding-compliant application.