Special needs teacher

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SEN Teacher (Full-Time, Long-Term) – Somerset 🌟📖

Zen Educate is seeking an experienced and adaptable Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher for a full-time, long-term position at a highly regarded specialist school in Somerset.

This role requires a dedicated professional ready to make a significant commitment to the school community. You will have full teaching responsibilities, including planning, preparation, and marking, ensuring that every student receives a tailored and impactful education.

Location:

Somerset (Near Shepton Mallet / Bruton area) Salary:
Competitive daily rates (Paid weekly)

Contract:

Full-Time, Long-Term

Start Date:

ASAP or New Year

The Role:

Flexibility & Specialist Impact

This specialist provision caters to students with a wide range of complex needs. The school is looking for a teacher who thrives on variety and possesses the pedagogical flexibility to work across different year groups as required.

Key Responsibilities:

* Curriculum Delivery:
Planning and delivering creative, highly differentiated lessons that meet the diverse cognitive and sensory needs of the students.

* Assessment & Marking:
Taking full responsibility for tracking pupil progress against EHCP targets and providing meaningful feedback.

* Adaptability:
Demonstrating the ability to transition between different key stages or year groups, maintaining high standards of teaching regardless of the setting.

* Multidisciplinary

Collaboration:

Working closely with Teaching Assistants, Therapists, and parents to provide a holistic support system for every child.

* Classroom Management:
Creating a calm, structured, and safe learning environment using positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies.

What We Are Looking For :

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS):
Essential.

* SEN Background: A strong track record of teaching students with complex needs, such as Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), or Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

* Flexibility: A genuine willingness to be versatile with the age groups taught, adapting your approach to suit Primary or Secondary-aged specialist learners.

* Commitment:
We are looking for a teacher who wants to become an integral part of the school team on a long-term basis.

* Resilience & Empathy: A patient nature and a deep-seated passion for improving the life chances of students with additional needs.

Why Choose Zen Educate?

Zen Educate is the transparent, fair-pay alternative to traditional agencies. We use technology to put more money in your pocket while providing schools with better value.

* Better Pay:
We don’t use umbrella companies and have no hidden fees—you keep more of your daily rate.

* Transparent Bookings:
Manage your diary, view your pay slips, and communicate with us easily through our user-friendly app.

* Specialist Support:
Work with a dedicated consultant who understands the Somerset SEN landscape and will support your long-term career goals.

* Free CPD:
Access our library of professional development modules, including specialized SEN training.

Ready to take the next step in your SEN teaching career? Apply today with your CV