SEND Class Teacher

Are you an inspirational, driven, and enthusiastic SEND Teacher who is looking to make a long‑term, positive difference to the lives, progress and development of children? If so, we want to hear from you!

Prospero Teaching are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Class Teacher to work in one of our inspirational SEND Schools in Sunderland on a full‑time and long‑term basis to start ASAP. Applications from ECTs are welcome to apply. The School supports pupils across the Primary and Secondary age range with a wide range of learning disabilities as well as physical disabilities.

• The role will involve planning and delivering lessons to small classes of pupils with a wide range of SEND and challenging behaviour, including Severe Learning Difficulties, ASD, ADHD and SEMH.
• Some pupils may be none‑verbal or pre‑verbal, so the relationship‑building skills and resilience of the successful candidate will be key.
• Stretching and challenging the learning and progress of all pupils.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and Teaching Assistants to create excellent learning environments.
• A key part of the role will be to differentiate lessons appropriately and work effectively alongside other members of staff to ensure all pupils are able to make progress and are taught in a way that is suited to their individual needs and learning styles.

• The role is based in an inspirational SEND School in Sunderland.
• The School supports pupils across the Primary and Secondary School age‑range with a range of SEND such as SLD, ASD, ADHD and SEMH.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

• Pay - Between £130-180 per day.
• Hours - .
• Contract - Full‑time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2026. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date - ASAP.
• Location - Sunderland.

• An Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service but this is not essential as we can process a new one for you).
• QTS and Primary School Teaching experience within the UK.
• Experience of short, medium and long‑term planning.
• Experience of utilising a range of methods to assess pupil progress.
• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with an ability to build rapport.
• A positive and resilient attitude towards Teaching and work.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day‑to‑day, short‑term and long‑term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.

If you are interested, please apply ASAP as the school are looking to recruit promptly so an early application is encouraged!