Location: Bolton
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term or permanent
Salary: £180-£250 per day
Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?
A specialist secondary SEN school in Bolton is seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teacher to join their dedicated team. This role involves teaching pupils aged 11-19 with a wide range of complex needs, including profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), autism, sensory impairments, and medical needs.
The Role:
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCPs
Use a range of strategies including sensory-based learning, Makaton, PECS, and assistive technology
Lead a class with the support of experienced teaching assistants
Work closely with therapists, SENCOs, and families to ensure a holistic approach to pupil development
Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and structured classroom environment that supports both learning and personal development
Essential Requirements:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
✅ Previous experience teaching in a special school setting
✅ Proven experience working with pupils with complex needs and/or PMLD
✅ Strong knowledge of differentiated teaching approaches and communication strategies
✅ Excellent behaviour management, patience, and empathy
Desirable:
Knowledge or experience of delivering a semi-formal or pre-formal curriculum
Experience in using alternative communication methods (e.g. AAC, Makaton, PECS)
Team Teach or similar behaviour management training
In Return, the School Offers:
A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school community
Supportive leadership and opportunities for ongoing CPD
Well-resourced classrooms and access to therapy and sensory spaces
A genuinely rewarding role where your work has daily impact
Ready to Inspire and Support Exceptional Learners?
If you're an experienced SEN Teacher ready for your next challenge, apply now with your CV