Sen Teacher

SEN Teacher Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire ⏰ Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible Options Available) About the Role We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced SEN Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive educational setting in Chesterfield. This rewarding role involves teaching and supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring they receive the personalised education and support needed to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will create engaging and differentiated learning experiences while supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, and personal development in a nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and complex learning needs.Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and personalised learning strategies.Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where necessary.Create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and independence.Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists, parents/carers, and external agencies.Contribute to EHCP reviews, annual reviews, and multi-agency meetings.Support pupils in developing communication, social, and life skills. Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.Experience teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs.Strong understanding of SEND legislation and best practices.Excellent communication and classroom management skills.A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to teaching.Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one). Desirable Qualifications & Experience Experience working within a specialist SEN school, alternative provision, resource base, or inclusive mainstream setting.Knowledge of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language Needs, and Complex Learning Difficulties.Experience working with EHCPs and personalised learning programmes.Team Teach or other behaviour management training.Evidence of ongoing professional development in SEND. What We Offer A supportive and inclusive working environment.Opportunities for specialist SEND training and professional development.Access to experienced SEN professionals and resources.A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.Long-term and potential permanent opportunities.Dedicated support throughout your placement. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.