Experienced SEND Teacher Required Location: Birmingham Start Date: September 2026 Salary: £165 - £210 per day Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity for September? We are looking for an experienced SEND teacher who is available ideally from the end of June 2026 (However this can be flexible for September), for a long-term placement, and for the right candidate, this could become an extended opportunity leading the provision within an Enhanced Learning Provision, the Discovery Hub. The successful candidate would be supported by two experienced additional adults and would play a key role in supporting pupils with a range of complex communication and learning needs. Ideally, we are looking for a SEND teacher who already has knowledge, understanding and, where possible, practical experience in some of the following areas. Whilst further training can be provided for the right candidate, it would be highly beneficial if they could demonstrate experience in several of these approaches from the outset in order to effectively support pupils immediately: Strong understanding of communication and language development Use of visual support systems including: Now and Next boards Symbols and photos Visual timetables Makaton Communication / ALD boards Everyday functional communication approaches Breaking information into manageable chunks with calm repetition of instructions Colourful Semantics SCERTS (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support) evidence-based approach Modelling turn-taking through motivating games and activities Intensive Interaction Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies Use of objects of reference Multisensory teaching approaches, for example: Sand, shaving foam and water play Tapping out sounds Active learning strategies Air writing and sensory tracing Pre-tutoring of key concepts Attention Autism (Bucket Time) Zones of Regulation Fine motor activities such as Dough Disco Sensory Circuits These provisions are highlighted within many of the pupils’ EHCPs and form an important part of the daily practice within the Discovery Hub. This role would initially be on a long term supply contract - However for the right person could become a permanent role within the school. If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. (url removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment