SEN Teacher (Part time)

Project overview

Could you bring energy, patience, and creativity to a dynamic classroom?

Do you thrive on supporting children with diverse learning needs?

Are you seeking a flexible, part-time teaching role in Leeds?

About the Role

This is an exciting, immediate-start, part-time opportunity for a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher to join an outstanding school in Leeds. Working on a flexible, part-time schedule, the successful candidate will deliver tailored, high-quality instruction to pupils with a range of learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and moderate-to-severe learning difficulties. This role is ideal for a compassionate teacher who excels at building meaningful relationships and creating safe, engaging learning environments.

About the School

Located in Bradford, this secondary school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every young person is empowered to achieve their personal best. Built on a foundation of strong cooperative values-such as fairness, self-responsibility, and mutual respect-the school places student well-being and individualised growth at the heart of everything it does. Staff benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, a collaborative team culture, and extensive ongoing professional development within a highly supportive educational trust.

Key Requirements

Key Skills

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS (ECTs with relevant SEN experience are encouraged to apply).
• Enhanced DBS: A valid Enhanced DBS clearance registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
• Strong References: Provision of professional references covering two years of employment or placements.
• Eligibility to Work: Valid legal entitlement to work full-time in the UK.
• Adaptability & Differentiation: Tailoring national curriculum outcomes to meet diverse learning profiles.
• Behaviour Management: De-escalating challenging behaviours using trauma-informed and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Patience & Empathy: Building strong trust and rapport with vulnerable young people.
• Assessment & Tracking: Monitoring non-linear, small-step academic and personal progress.
• Classroom Leadership: Directing and supporting Teaching Assistants to maximise classroom efficiency.
• Resilience: Maintaining professional composure and warmth in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

What We Offer:

Could this be the ideal role for you?

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experience

Teaching

skills

key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience

• Deliver engaging, tailored lessons that cater to varying learning styles and abilities.
• Formulate, monitor, and update Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and EHCP targets.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively using positive, supportive techniques.
• Lead and collaborate with a dedicated team of classroom Teaching Assistants.
• Continuously assess student progress, recording small-step achievements accurately.
• Foster a safe, sensory-aware, and encouraging classroom environment.
• Prepare detailed progress reports for annual EHCP reviews and parental meetings.
• Safeguard and promote the physical and emotional welfare of all pupils.
• Work collaboratively with external therapists, specialists, and external agencies.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings, staff training, and academy life.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

Requirements

QTS

education

high school

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire, GB
• Rate: 22-34 EUR/h