Job Title: SEND Teacher
Location: Overton School, Ludlow, SY8 4AD
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday, 8.30am‑4.30pm
Salary: Up to £41,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We are seeking an inspirational SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team and deliver high‑quality, personalised education to students with a range of additional needs. This is a role where your expertise, empathy and energy will shape futures.
What you will be doing
- Plan and deliver high‑quality lessons for individuals and small groups, teaching up to GCSE level within the school's curriculum framework.
- Create and review personalised learning plans (IEPs, IBPs and other individual plans) to ensure each student makes meaningful progress.
- Monitor, assess and report on student progress, maintaining accurate records in line with regulatory and company standards.
- Support the delivery of nurture‑based programmes that promote emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive behaviour.
- Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, Tutors, care staff and the wider multi‑professional team to ensure a consistent, holistic approach.
- Manage challenging behaviour using supportive strategies that help students develop self‑regulation and independence.
- Organise classroom environments, resources and displays to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning space.
- Contribute to whole‑school development, implementing policies, safeguarding practices and initiatives linked to the School Development Plan.
Qualifications and Experience
- PGCE/BEd or equivalent required.
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH or complex needs.
- A calm, patient and adaptable approach, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan creatively for diverse learners.
- A commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
- A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and succeed.
- Driving licence required.
Benefits
- Life Assurance.
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
- "Your Wellbeing Matters" – mental health support and physical health checks.
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits.
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts.
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
- Critical illness cover.
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.
