Telford SEND Specialist

Location: Telford
Job Type: Supply Teaching
Industry: SEN Support Jobs
Reference: TELSHROPSEND
Salary: £90 - 100 per day
Job Published: 1 day ago

Support Pupils in a Leading Specialist School in Telford

We’re working with a well-regarded specialist school in Telford that supports around 400 students aged 2–19 with a wide range of complex needs, including moderate learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning disabilities, autism, physical challenges, and communication difficulties.

As part of a multi-academy trust, the school provides a carefully tailored curriculum and a focused sixth form, designed to meet each pupil’s developmental stage and help them engage and thrive.

The Role

  • Deliver 1:1 and small-group support based on EHCPs and individual learning plans

  • Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and care staff to deliver structured, pathway-based learning

  • Assist with communication, sensory and mobility support, personal care, and use of specialist equipment

  • Maintain a safe and supportive environment, helping with behaviour and emotional regulation

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience supporting children or young people in specialist or high-needs settings

  • A calm, professional approach with strong organisational skills and attention to routine

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to work effectively across disciplines

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, sensory strategies, or similar methods

  • Training in moving and handling, Team Teach, or behaviour management protocols

  • Experience supporting pupils with medical or physical needs

What You’ll Gain

  • Weekly PAYE salary

  • Ongoing personalised support from a local consultant with specialist expertise

  • Structured CPD linked to the school’s curriculum

  • Long-term placement opportunities in a school delivering impactful specialist education

If you’re passionate about supporting pupils in Telford and want to be part of an inclusive, thriving school community, we’d love to hear from you!

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.

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