At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging maths lessons tailored for students with SEMH and ASC needs.
- Company: Progressive specialist school in Lytham, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, unlimited CPD courses, and dedicated support for your career.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on wellbeing and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people through education.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in SEN or a passion for inclusive education.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Position: Specialist Mathematics Teacher (SEMH / ASC Provision)
Location: Lytham area, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term to Permanent (via Tradewind Recruitment)
Salary: Dependent on Experience (Main / Upper Pay Scale + SEN Allowance)
About the Role
Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working in exclusive partnership with a progressive, nurturing specialist school in the Lytham area. We are seeking a passionate and resilient Mathematics Teacher to join their dedicated team starting in September. This specialised provision caters to secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The school prides itself on creating a calm, structured, and inclusive environment where every student is supported to re-engage with education, build emotional resilience, and achieve their full academic potential.
As the Maths Teacher, you will deliver tailored, creative, and accessible mathematics lessons (ranging from functional skills up to GCSE level) designed to meet the unique learning profiles of your students.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, differentiated maths lessons tailored to students with SEMH and ASC needs.
- Foster a positive, low-stress, and structured classroom environment that promotes proactive behaviour management and emotional regulation.
- Adapt the national curriculum to make mathematics practical, relatable, and accessible for learners who may have experienced educational disengagement.
- Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary support teams, including SENCOs, speech and language therapists, and pastoral care staff.
- Track academic progress and personal development milestones, setting realistic and empowering targets for individual learners.
- Build strong, trusting professional relationships with students, parents, carers, and external agencies.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (e.g., QTLS) with a relevant Mathematics specialism.
- Experience: Proven experience teaching Mathematics at secondary level, ideally within an SEN, SEMH, or ASC specialist setting (or mainstream experience with a strong, demonstrable passion for inclusive/special needs education).
- Skills: Exceptional behaviour management strategies rooted in de-escalation, empathy, and therapeutic approaches.
- Attributes: High emotional intelligence, resilience, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving the life chances of vulnerable young people.
Why Work Through Tradewind?
- Competitive Pay: We ensure you receive equitable pay aligned with your experience, managed transparently through our PAYE payroll structure.
- Professional Development: Gain unlimited, free access to over 2,500 CPD courses and webinars via our partnership with The National College, including specialised SEN and trauma-informed teaching modules.
- Dedicated Support: Work alongside a specialist education consultant who understands the local Lancashire market and provides personalised interview preparation and career guidance.
- Wellbeing First: Benefit from working with a Sunday Times Top 100 employer dedicated to supporting educator wellbeing and long-term career fulfilment.
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