Job Title: Primary SEN Teacher
Location: South Durham
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Long-term with potential to go permanent
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
A classroom where small wins mean everything
Some teaching roles are about data drops and deadlines. This one is about breakthroughs, confidence, and watching a child who once felt overwhelmed start to believe in themselves.
We’re working with a specialist school in South Durham looking for a nurturing, resilient Primary SEN Teacher to join their team. This setting supports pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, SEMH, and communication difficulties. The class sizes are small, the support is strong, and the impact you’ll make is huge.
If you’re the kind of teacher who celebrates the first full sentence, the calm five-minute transition, or the brave attempt at joining group work, you’ll feel right at home here.
What your days will look like
You’ll be leading a small primary class, supported by experienced Teaching Assistants who genuinely know their pupils inside out.
Your role will include:
1. Planning and delivering creative, personalised lessons
2. Adapting learning to meet EHCP targets
3. Building strong, consistent routines that help pupils feel safe
4. Working closely with therapists, parents, and senior leaders
5. Creating a calm, structured space where children can thrive
No two days are the same, but every day counts.
What the school is looking for
6. UK QTS (essential)
7. Experience teaching in a SEN, specialist, or inclusive primary setting
8. Confidence with behaviour support and differentiated planning
9. A patient, steady presence and a good sense of humour
10. Someone who sees potential, not barriers
If you’ve worked with ASC, SEMH, ADHD, or speech and language needs, even better.
Why this school?
11. Supportive and hands-on leadership
12. Clear behaviour systems that actually work
13. Ongoing CPD and SEND-focused training
14. A real team feel, no silos, no egos
15. The chance to genuinely change trajectories for young people
This isn’t about “filling a role”. It’s about being part of a community that understands how specialist education transforms lives.
Why join Protocol Education?
16. Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
17. FREE access to our online CPD Academy
18. Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
19. Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
20. Streamlined registration and local bookings
21. Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends
We’ll support you from application to placement, and beyond. No chasing. No confusion. Just clear, friendly guidance.
If you’re ready for a role that’s challenging in the best possible way, let’s talk.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more about this Primary SEN Teacher role in South Durham.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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