Teachers looking to get into SEN

You became a teacher to make a difference.

To help children grow in confidence. To unlock potential. To be the person who changes a young person's day, week, or even future.

That's exactly why so many teachers are finding their home in SEN education.

Whether you're an experienced classroom teacher, an ECT looking for a rewarding pathway, or simply ready for a new challenge, SEN schools offer something many educators are searching for: meaningful relationships, smaller class sizes, and the opportunity to make a truly life-changing impact.

Why make the move?

SEN education isn't about teaching differently. It's about teaching differently for every child.

You'll work with pupils who may have autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH needs, or other additional learning requirements. Every breakthrough matters, every achievement is celebrated, and no two days are ever the same.

What can you expect?

• Smaller classes and increased classroom support
• Opportunities to build strong relationships with pupils
• A creative and personalised approach to teaching
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training
• A supportive team environment where collaboration comes first

Is SEN education right for you?

You don't need years of specialist experience to get started.

Schools are often looking for qualified teachers who are:

• Patient and adaptable
• Relationship-focused
• Creative in their approach to learning
• Passionate about helping every child succeed
• Open to learning new strategies and approaches

If that sounds like you, SEN education could be the career move you've been looking for.

Why now?

Schools across the UK are looking for talented teachers who can bring energy, compassion and expertise into their SEN settings.

And if you're not already Thrive trained, ask us about our FREE Thrive training. It's a brilliant way to strengthen your understanding of emotional development and make your profile even more attractive to specialist schools.

Ready for a role where progress isn't measured only by grades, but by confidence, communication and life-changing moments?

Let's find a school where your skills can make an even bigger difference.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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