SEN Teacher (Primary) – Full Time
Location: Sunderland
Contract: Full-time, term-time (with potential for fixed-term or permanent)
Start date: ASAP
Role overview
Join a vibrant specialist primary setting where pupils with autism spectrum condition (ASC), social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs and learning difficulties thrive. As an SEN Teacher, you’ll be instrumental in designing meaningful learning experiences that help each child feel seen, supported and successful.
Role duties
* Plan, deliver and evaluate creative learning activities suited to pupils with SEND.
* Work alongside teaching assistants, therapists and external partners to support each child’s development.
* Use positive behaviour management, communication tools and sensory strategies to support emotional and behavioural needs.
* Engage parents and carers as partners to support progress and wellbeing.
* Contribute to the school’s vision of inclusion, independence and lifelong learning.
Essential criteria
* QTS or QTLS.
* Significant experience in a specialist or SEND primary environment is highly desired.
* Ability to adapt teaching to a range of learning styles and complex needs.
* Excellent interpersonal, planning and reflective skills.
* A calm, resilient and committed professional who values every child’s potential.
What you’ll gain
* A rewarding role in a specialist context where your creativity and care truly matter.
* Access to ongoing specialist training and mentorship.
* A supportive team passionate about making a difference to children’s lives.
Interested? Please apply with your CV and a cover letter specifying your interest in specialist education and your relevant experience.
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 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.
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