SEN Teacher - Leeds

Primary & Secondary | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities | Temporary to Permanent

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: £33,000-£55,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, long-term temporary to permanent, or Supply Day-by Day.
Agency: NextGen Teachers
Start Date: ASAP

NextGen Teachers is recruiting enthusiastic and skilled SEN Teachers to work across a range of primary and secondary specialist SEND settings in Leeds. These opportunities are ideal for teachers who want to make a meaningful difference to pupils with additional needs, helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally.

You will deliver engaging, personalised lessons that meet pupils' individual learning needs, abilities and developmental goals, creating an inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to progress.

With long-term placements and the potential to secure a permanent position, these roles offer the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with pupils and become an integral part of a dedicated school team.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual needs and abilities.

• Support pupils across primary or secondary age groups with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.

• Adapt teaching approaches and resources to ensure learning is accessible, engaging and meaningful.

• Support pupils with needs including autism (ASC), social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), communication difficulties and complex learning difficulties.

• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence and independence.

• Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and progress.

• Monitor pupil development and adapt learning strategies to meet individual targets and outcomes.

• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs and other professionals to provide consistent, effective support.

• Encourage pupils to develop their communication, social skills and independence.

• Build positive relationships with pupils while maintaining high expectations and a nurturing approach.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for committed, adaptable and enthusiastic teachers who are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs.

You will ideally have:

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

• Experience teaching pupils with SEND, ideally within a specialist or inclusive educational setting.

• The ability to differentiate lessons and adapt teaching strategies to suit a range of learning needs.

• Strong classroom management and positive behaviour management skills.

• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.

• A patient, resilient and nurturing approach to supporting pupils.

• A genuine commitment to helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.

What's on Offer?

• Long-term teaching opportunities: Consistent placements across primary and secondary SEND settings.

• Potential for permanent employment: Temporary-to-permanent opportunities for teachers seeking a longer-term position.

• Competitive salary: £33,000-£55,000 per annum, depending on experience and role.

• Varied specialist settings: Opportunities to develop your experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

• Career development: Build your expertise in SEND education and develop your teaching practice.

• Dedicated consultant support: Receive guidance from NextGen Teachers throughout your placement.

• Rewarding work: Help pupils build confidence, develop essential skills and achieve meaningful progress.

Apply Today!

If you're a qualified teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in SEN education, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether your experience is in primary or secondary education, get in touch with NextGen Teachers to explore long-term teaching opportunities across Leeds and find a role that suits your skills and experience.

NextGen Teachers - connecting talented education professionals with opportunities to make a difference.

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