SEN Teacher

Huddersfield

8 months ago

Applications closed

SEND Teacher - Key Stage 4

Specialist Provision
Huddersfield
Privately funded SEND school
Full time
Permanent
Private pension We are working with an outstanding SEND provision based in Huddersfield (HD2), who are seeking to recruit a Secondary Teacher for a KS4 (Year 10 class) starting in September 2025.

This provision offers a safe and supportive environment for young people aged between 5 and 18 with Autism and/or social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH). The young people may have a number of diagnoses including ASD, ADHD, FASD, anxiety and/or, communication and interaction, cognition, and learning needs.

This provision are looking for a Teacher who has experience teaching students with SEND or SEMH needs and who has experience teaching Secondary aged students. Ideally, the school are looking for a Teacher who can teach English or Science however, this is preferable and not essential.

What we are ideally looking for:

Ideally holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or significant relevant experience
Prior experience within an SEN school or as a specialist SEN Teacher or willingness to transition into a SEN school and embrace the training process
Proven ability to adapt lessons and teaching methods to suit individual needsWhy apply?

You will be joining well respected schools with a great team and atmosphere
You will be able to make a difference to student lives
A supportive team including a team of consultants with over 27 years experience within recruitment and a dedicated compliance team to support you through the process.
A honest and approachable consultant who will give you advice on the process, the market and whether we would be able to support you in your search.
Free training platform access to upskill before you start in your new role.
No apps or robots - you will have a dedicated consultant who will be on the end of the phone at all times!

If you want to learn more and get started, please apply now to hear from our dedicated consultant covering SEN Schools - Charley Alexander.

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role

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