SEN Class Teacher

SEN Class Teacher | Huddersfield | Immediate Start

Location: Huddersfield

Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only - Temp to Perm

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Age Group: 5-18 years

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £28,000 - £39,000 (depending on experience)

NextGen Teachers are looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Class Teacher to join a supportive and pupil‑focused education setting in Huddersfield. This is a full‑time, term‑time role working with learners aged 5-18 years who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will be joining a school that is part of a well‑established education community committed to providing tailored learning, promoting positive behaviour, and helping every pupil achieve their potential in a safe and nurturing environment. Your role will involve planning and delivering high‑quality lessons, supporting pupils' progress, and contributing to a culture that values inclusion, achievement, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons within the national curriculum, tailored to meet the complex SEMH needs of all pupils
• Support the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviour
• Monitor, report, and communicate on pupils' progress, concerns, and achievements, liaising with other school staff to meet pupils' needs
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom times, including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, interaction, and positive learning outcomes
• Implement effective behaviour management techniques and support pupils' social and emotional development
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students

What we're looking for:

• Qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience in SEN or SEMH settings
• Strong understanding of child development, especially for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet individual pupil needs
• Skilled in behaviour management and promoting positive learning environments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, colleagues, and parents/carers
• Compassionate, patient, and resilient, with the ability to build trust and positive relationships
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Enthusiasm, energy, and a flexible approach to meet the needs of a dynamic learning environment

Why Apply for This SEN Teaching Role?

• Make a meaningful impact supporting children with SEMH and other additional needs to achieve their full potential
• Join a supportive, inclusive, and well-resourced school environment
• Work with a collaborative, experienced, and dedicated team of professionals
• Benefit from ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Enjoy a full-time, term-time role with long-term, permanent prospects
• Contribute to a school culture that values wellbeing, inclusion, and pupil success
• Play a key role in shaping positive learning experiences and supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic growth

If you are an experienced SEN Class Teacher with a passion for helping children thrive, apply today for an immediate start and make a real difference in a supportive and inclusive school community.

Alternatively, contact Philippa at philippa@nextgenteachers.co.uk for more information. We look forward to reviewing your application.

NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.

We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.

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