SEND Teacher; Maternity Cover

SEND Teacher –

Location: BROADFIELD SPECIALIST SCHOOL FOR SEN (COGNITION AND LEARNING), Coal Clough Lane, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5BT

Contact: Tel:  School website:

Roll: 280 learners aged 11-19 with a wide range of SEN needs.

The Governors and Headteacher are looking to appoint talented and enthusiastic teachers to join our outstanding school in a permanent position. We invite applications from outstanding teachers who can deliver a full, personalised curriculum. Applications are welcomed from both ECTs and experienced teachers, in particular those with experience teaching learners with ASD/SEND.

The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to working with learners with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. Many of our learners are working at developmental stages below their age‑related expectations, therefore we are looking for someone who can teach learners in an age‑appropriate way while recognising that they are working at earlier stages of development.

We invite candidates who have experience of working with learners with SEND within KS3, KS4 and KS5. We are seeking passionate, dedicated teachers with the ability to inspire students to reach their full potential. The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate effective skills in working with a team of teaching assistants to provide a meaningful, motivating, and memorable learning experience.

The candidates must demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and working in partnership with all stakeholders.

Interview & observations on: 22 April 2026 and 23 April 2026

Requirements for disclosure: The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service for a ‘disclosure’. Information will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS’s Code of Practice. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy.

Application instructions: CVs are not accepted; please complete the attached application form and submit electronically to

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Degree

• SEN qualification
• Recent relevant training

• Experience of teaching learners with SEN in a mainstream or special school setting

• Working with learners with a wide range of needs including ASD, Sensory Processing Differences, SLCN, SLD, CN, SEMH, MLD
• Managing a team of classroom staff
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Job details: 2 posts, Grade Teachers, Pay Range plus SEN allowance, Term Full Time, Hours Full Time per week, Closing Date 12 Noon 15 April 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.