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SEN Teacher - KS2

Job description

KS2 SEN Teacher - Specialist SEMH/SEND Provision
Location: Halifax area, West Yorkshire
Salary: £27,519 - £43,862 per year, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Term-time (39 weeks + 6 weeks holiday)
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier for the right candidate)

Simply Education is recruiting for a KS2 SEN Teacher to join a therapeutic SEMH/SEND provision in the Halifax area. The setting supports pupils aged 7-16 and delivers trauma-informed, personalised interventions, including Lego Therapy, Drawing & Talking, and Speech & Language therapy, to help pupils develop self-regulation, confidence, and effective communication skills.

The Role:

You will plan and deliver high-quality teaching to Key Stage 2 pupils, working with small groups and individual students to meet their SEMH/SEND needs. You will help pupils build confidence, independence, and a love of learning, while supporting behaviour management and maintaining strong communication with parents and carers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and teach lessons for KS2 pupils, supporting both small groups and individual learners

  • Prepare teaching materials, take registers, and write reports on pupil progress

  • Support pupils' confidence, independence, and engagement with learning

  • Manage behaviour, mark work, and communicate effectively with parents and carers

  • Support the delivery of therapeutic and personalised interventions to meet SEMH/SEND needs

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Committed and passionate about working with students with SEND

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a SEND environment or similar provision

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) is advantageous

  • Emotionally resilient, adaptable, and able to build trusting relationships with pupils

  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Why Join This Provision?

  • Be part of a supportive, therapeutic, and forward-thinking team

  • Work in a setting committed to trauma-informed practice and personalised education

  • Access professional development and training opportunities

  • Term-time working offering excellent work-life balance

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

Please note: 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 application in line with safeguarding requirements.