SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher (Alternative Provision) - Primary & Secondary - Plymouth

We are currently seeking professional and resilient SEN Teachers to join our Alternative Provision settings in Plymouth. This role is intended for educators committed to delivering high-quality instruction to pupils across Primary and Secondary phases who require a non-traditional educational environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement a creative, adapted curriculum tailored to meet the specific academic and emotional requirements of vulnerable learners.
• Maintain a highly structured, secure, and nurturing classroom environment that fosters student stability.
• Apply evidence-based de-escalation strategies and restorative practices to manage behaviour effectively in complex situations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including teaching assistants and external agencies, to monitor and execute Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Develop professional, supportive relationships with students and their families to promote consistent engagement and attendance.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Proven track record of success within SEN or Alternative Provision environments, such as SEMH or ASD settings.
• A calm and composed professional demeanour with the capability to lead classroom support staff.
• Strong adherence to safeguarding protocols and professional standards.
• Relevant training in de-escalation frameworks is considered a significant asset.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: £130 - £160 per day, dependant on experience.
• Schedule: Consistent hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday (term time only).
• Environment: Small class sizes facilitating focused, individualised instruction.
• Professional Growth: Engagement in a collaborative culture with access to ongoing internal resources and professional development.

Note: This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding references.

To Apply:

Please submit your professional resume and cover letter to [email removed] or call [phone removed].

experience

Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT