SEND – Early Career Teachers

Ready to begin your teaching journey and make a real impact New Directions is seeking enthusiastic SEND Early Career Teachers to support specialist and inclusive settings across Wakefield from September. If you’re completing your teaching degree and want a role where every day feels meaningful, this is an inspiring place to start your career.

• Build strong, meaningful relationships with pupils who thrive on consistency
• Develop specialist skills in communication, differentiation and adaptive teaching
• Work within supportive teams that champion creativity, patience and child‑centred practice
• Explore a variety of SEND environments to discover your strengths and interests
• Make a visible difference in pupils’ confidence, independence and progress

• Newly qualified or soon‑to‑qualify teachers
• A genuine passion for SEND and inclusive education
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Calm, resilient and adaptable individuals
• Willingness to learn specialist strategies and work collaboratively

If you’re ready to inspire, support and champion learners with additional needs, this is your chance to begin a career that truly matters. SEND teaching offers variety, growth and the opportunity to make a lasting impact from day one.