Job Description
SEN Teacher - Sixth Form
Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
(Just 10 minutes from Bishop’s Stortford and Harlow)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
About Them
Set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, Our clients a national charity supporting children, young people, and adults with complex needs. Their Specialist School offers a unique and bespoke learning environment for children and young people aged 5–16 with a wide range of learning difficulties, disabilities, and health conditions, including epilepsy and autism. It’s a calm, structured, and aspirational environment where meaningful learning takes place every day.
They are proud to be a values-led organisation — aspirational, collaborative, joyful, and compassionate — and they’re looking for a talented teacher who shares our commitment to helping young people live life to the full.
What you’ll do:
* Deliver tailored teaching and learning to meet a wide spectrum of needs — from pre-entry to Entry Level and Functional Skills
* Promote independence and real-world skills in line with EHCP outcomes
* Work closely with Learning Support Assistants and therapy teams to provide holistic support
* Create an inclusive and motivating environment that prepares learners for life beyond education
* Track, assess, and report on progress toward academic, personal, and vocational goals
About You
You’re a committed educator with a flexible and person-centred approach. You understand that success for our learners looks different, and you celebrate every step of the journey.
* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Experience working with learners with special educational needs, ideally in a post-16 setting
* Ability to adapt teaching for learners with complex profiles
* Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills
* Passion for supporting young people to thrive, both academically and personally
Why Join them?
* A supportive and inclusive team culture
* Structured induction, training, and CPD tailored to SEN
* Enhanced DBS paid for by us
* Teachers’ Pension Scheme
* Free on-site parking and countryside setting
* Access to the wellbeing platform, discounts, and staff benefits
* Recommend a Friend bonus scheme
How to Apply
Apply now by submitting a completed application form and CV. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Please note: Due to their rural location, access to personal transport is essential.
Safeguarding & Inclusion
They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post involves regulated activity.
They are an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact them during the recruitment process.
If you believe that every child deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated, they’d love to hear from you.
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