PSHE SEND Teacher - Specialist Settings
Location: Cheltenham &surrounding areas
Pay: £150-£250 per day PAYE
Job Type: Flexible Supply, Temporary, Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Start Date: Flexible Supply
About the Role
Connex Education Partnership is looking for PSHE SEND Teachers to support pupils across specialist SEND schools and provisions in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas.
This is a great opportunity for a teacher who can make PSHE practical, accessible and meaningful for pupils with additional needs.
You’ll help young people develop the skills they need beyond the classroom, from emotional wellbeing and relationships to independence, communication and preparing for adult life.
What You Could Teach
Depending on the setting, PSHE may include:
- Emotional wellbeing and self-awareness
- Relationships, friendships and social skills
- Communication and managing emotions
- Personal safety and healthy choices
- Independence and life skills
- Citizenship and understanding the wider community
- Online safety
- Careers, aspirations and preparation for adulthood
- Practical skills for everyday life
The Pupils
You may teach pupils with:
Autism / ASC | SEMH | ADHD | SLD | PMLD | Communication needs | Sensory needs | Complex learning needs
Some pupils may need additional support with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction or independence, so lessons will need to be adapted to suit individual abilities.
Your Role
- Plan and deliver engaging PSHE lessons
- Make learning practical and relevant
- Adapt resources and activities to individual needs
- Build positive relationships with pupils
- Encourage discussion, confidence and independence
- Support social and emotional development
- Use visual, practical and differentiated approaches
- Work alongside Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
What We're Looking For
- QTS is essential
- Experience teaching PSHE, Citizenship, Life Skills or similar is desirable
- SEND experience is advantageous
- Ability to adapt lessons for different learning profiles
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- A creative, patient and inclusive approach
Why Connex?
- Competitive daily rates that match your experience
- Flexible supply work around your availability
- Day-to-day, temporary and long-term placements
- Temp-to-perm opportunities
- Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies
- Free SEND Toolkit and CPD training
- Funded formal qualifications
- Career progression opportunities
- Wellbeing support and refresher training
- Dedicated specialist SEND consultant
- Ongoing support throughout your placements
Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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PSHE SEND Teacher – Specialist Settings in Cheltenham employer: Connex Education
Connex Education Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values each team member's contributions. Working in Lowton provides the unique opportunity to gain meaningful experience in an educational environment, with flexible hours that promote work-life balance. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally, with potential pathways for permanent roles and ongoing development within the education sector.
