Special Needs Teacher

CER are looking to add to our team of Special Needs Teachers to fulfil temporary positions within one of our partnership schools in Bedford. As a temporary Special Needs Teacher, you will have the opportunity to inspire and engage students across a wide range of special needs ranging from Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities to Moderate Learning Disabilities and Difficulties. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a wide variety of schools, gaining valuable experience or trying new settings to find your dream job. You will be contributing to our supportive and inclusive school community and making a positive impact on the lives of students. We are also keen to speak to ECTs (Early Career Teachers) who are looking to kick start their careers. We have a number of exciting opportunities available, with full support to help you transition into the classroom for 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across the curriculum while differentiating and adapting where appropriate given students' EHCPs
• Adapt to different school environments showing flexibility and resilience
• Utilise a variety of teaching methods and resources to facilitate active learning and promote student engagement
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to support their academic development
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the English curriculum

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Further Education qualification (QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Previous experience teaching in a UK based school is essential for this role and references will need to be submitted
• Experience teaching and supporting special needs learners
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential

Benefits of becoming a supply teacher

• Option to gain experience in a diverse range of schools allowing you to find the best environment most suited to you, supporting well-being and a more flexible work life balance
• Work often able to be sourced by subject specialism
• Regular and consistent work, fair daily pay often in line with scale salaries
• Opportunity to take career breaks and manage home work life
• ECTs can build confidence in the classroom and explore different working environments to find schools/trusts that are best suited to their requirements

Why work with CER Education

• Competitive daily rate aligned to your experience and qualifications
• Fully funded CPD courses for professional development and career advancement
• Access to benefits package via our payroll partner
• Consistent work and guaranteed pay schemes available
• Opportunity to network with other peers across our networking events
• £250 for every person you refer to CER
• £300 Sign on Bonus if you are joining from a different agency
• Expert and professional consultants available to support and guide you, a large proportion of our staff have worked previously in schools

How to Apply

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications or contact one of our friendly branches for more information about the opportunities available. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate.