sen teacher - benfleet, essex

Are you an educator who measures success by individual breakthroughs rather than standardized test scores?

Do you look past a student's diagnosis to see their unique strengths, interests, and untapped potential?

Are you skilled at turning everyday routines into moments of independence and functional life skills for your pupils?

Whether you are an experienced specialist or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into SEN, we offer the resources, training, and collaborative environment you need to make a lasting impact.

Position: SEN teacher QTS

Location: Benfleet, Essex

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent position

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Start Date: September 2026

Qualification: SEN experience, QTS

Randstad Education is looking for experienced and dedicated SEN Teachers to join exceptionally supportive schools. In this role, you won't just manage a classroom, you will shape a nurturing, secure, and highly adaptive environment where children with diverse learning needs feel safe, understood, and empowered to thrive.

This is a permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours.

You can simply email your CV now to View email address on randstad.co.uk and I will get in touch with you shortly!

Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the diverse learning needs of SEN students
• Develop, implement, and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for pupils, setting clear targets and monitoring progress
• Use a range of teaching strategies and resources to support student's learning and development
• Assess pupil's abilities and progress regularly, adapting teaching methods as necessary
• Collaborate with parents, carers, and external agencies (e.g., therapists, psychologists) to provide holistic support
• Manage classroom behaviour and promote positive social and emotional development
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on pupil progress for parents and senior management
• Participate in professional development to stay updated on SEN best practices and legislation

Preferred Skills:

• Managing behaviour of pupils whilst undertaking work to ensure a constructive environment
• Strong classroom management
• Motivated and enthusiastic demeanour
• Be an inspiring and engaging communicator
• Use imagination and innovation to enhance learning experience

Personal Attributes:

• Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
• Have experience with SEN or knowledge learning difficulties.
• Experience up to key stage 3/4
• QTS/PGCE equivalent

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to View email address on randstad.co.uk and I will be in touch with you!!

I look forward to hearing from you soon!