Job type: Qualified teacher Location: Bedford Salary: Dependent on experience Job Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday (Term time only) Hours: 8:15-4:45 Are you experienced in working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Are you passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives? If so, we want to hear from you! The school we are working with providing excellent education and support for children and young people aged 2 to 19 with severe and complex learning difficulties and health, and care needs. facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, an Interactive Sound and Light room, dedicated ICT facilities, nature garden, soft playroom, and a food technology room. These resources enable us to provide tailored support and guidance, ensuring every child receives the provision they deserve across all ages and pathways. Key Responsibilities: • Plan and deliver clear, high-quality science lessons that support pupils in making good or outstanding progress • Tailor teaching to meet the individual SEN needs of pupils • Assess pupil work and progress regularly, providing constructive feedback • Report on pupil progress in line with school policies • Manage behaviour positively and consistently following school policy • Participate in school events as required • Work across multiple school sites and outreach venues, including transporting pupils in your own vehicle when necessary What to Expect: • Always promote and safeguard pupil welfare • Adhere to school policies and professional codes of conduct • Inspire confidence and build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues • Maintain confidentiality and report any concerns using appropriate procedures Essential Criteria: • GCSE English and Maths grade C or equivalent • Recognised Teaching Qualification • Competent use of ICT for teaching and assessment • Trustworthy, dependable, and patient • Evidence of recent successful science teaching at class or group level • Experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs • High levels of tolerance and empathy Safer Recruitment Requirements: • Applicants must be willing to undergo the following checks: • Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (can be arranged via Teaching Personnel) • Two most recent professional references covering the last 24 months • Overseas Police Check if applicable (for candidates who have lived outside the UK for 6 months in the past 5 years) To apply, please attach an up-to-date copy of your CV. Only candidates with permanent UK residency will be considered for this role. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.