Job description
Inspire Students with Special Needs as a SEN Teacher in Christchurch!
SEN Teacher
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 per annum (MPS/UPS) (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025 / Immediate
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time
Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children?
GSL Education invites applications for the position of SEN Teacher at a warm and welcoming specialist school in Christchurch, where staff are committed to nurturing every child’s potential.
As a Special Needs (SEN) Teacher, you will provide bespoke learning experiences for pupils with a wide range of special educational needs, including autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. You will be responsible for developing and delivering targeted, engaging lessons within a safe and structured setting.
Responsibilities of a SEN Teacher:
- Plan and implement creative, inclusive, and personalised lessons based on individual EHCPs.
- Foster a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports emotional and academic growth.
- Collaborate with the wider team including SENCOs, teaching assistants, and external professionals.
- Promote students’ independence, social skills, and confidence through tailored support.
- Use assessment tools to track progress, adapt approaches, and provide regular feedback.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively using positive behaviour support strategies.
- Contribute to the review and development of teaching strategies and intervention plans.
What we need from a SEN Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent qualification is required.
- Experience in a SEN or alternative provision setting as a SEN Teacher is highly desirable.
- Sound knowledge of SEND best practices and the national curriculum.
- Compassionate, resilient, and adaptable teaching style.
Why Join GSL:
- Excellent pay in line with experience and responsibilities.
- A dedicated consultant offering continuous support.
- Opportunities for CPD and access to SEN-focused training.
- Supportive school communities committed to high-quality SEN provision.
To thrive in this role, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
- Possess an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.