SEND Specialist Teacher
Location: Halifax (Hybrid working)
Contract: Initial 3 months (potential extension)
Hours: 37 hours per week (Full-time equivalent, term-time only)
Day Rate (Umbrella): £275 umbrella per day (£200 PAYE per day)
Start Date: ASAP
Job Overview
We are recruiting a Qualified Teacher of Children and Young People with Vision Impairments (QTVI) to join a specialist SEND Inclusion Service supporting children and young people (CYP) with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across Halifax.
This is a hybrid role, combining school-based work, remote working, and home-based planning in line with caseload demands.
You will play a key role in improving educational outcomes for CYP with vision impairment and multi-sensory impairment (MSI), while supporting schools to develop inclusive, evidence-based practice.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake specialist assessments of CYP with SEND/VI/MSI needs
Deliver specialist teaching and interventions to improve outcomes
Advise, coach, and train teachers and school staff on inclusive practice
Support schools to implement adaptive curriculum and pedagogy
Contribute to Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments and reviews
Provide ongoing monitoring, coaching, and quality assurance of SEND provision
Develop training resources and deliver CPD for school staff
Work collaboratively with schools, families, and multi-agency professionals
Support and line manage up to 3 SEND Specialist Outreach Workers
Contribute to wider SEND strategy and service developmentRequirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Mandatory post-graduate qualification in Vision Impairment (QTVI)
Experience working with children and young people with SEND (particularly VI/MSI)
Strong knowledge of SEND legislation (Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015, Equality Act 2010)
Experience using SEND assessment tools and frameworks
Ability to deliver training, coaching, and specialist teaching
Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills
Experience working collaboratively with families, schools, and professionals
Strong ICT skills and record-keeping ability
Experience supporting or supervising staff (desirable but not essential)
Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List clearance.
The postholder will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults at all times