Primary SEN Teacher – Sunderland
Location: Sunderland
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term or Permanent
Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner)
About the Role
We’re looking for a dedicated Primary Teacher to join a welcoming and forward-thinking school in Sunderland. This role would suit an enthusiastic educator who’s passionate about creating engaging, inclusive lessons that inspire a love of learning.
You’ll be responsible for planning and delivering creative, well-structured lessons, supporting pupils’ academic progress and emotional wellbeing, and contributing to the positive ethos of the school community. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or recently qualified, you’ll be supported to make a real impact in the classroom.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality lessons across the primary curriculum
* Create a positive, stimulating classroom environment where all pupils feel valued
* Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet diverse needs
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents to promote pupil development
* Uphold school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times
Person Specification
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Strong classroom management and communication skills
* Ability to inspire confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning
* A flexible, proactive approach and willingness to contribute to wider school life
* Experience with SEND or inclusion strategies would be an advantage
What We Offer
* Competitive pay, paid weekly through PAYE
* Supportive consultant and access to local primary placements
* Free online CPD and professional development opportunities
* Chance to secure long-term or permanent work in a friendly, well-supported setting
If you’re a creative and committed teacher ready to bring your energy and ideas to a fantastic primary school community in Sunderland, we’d love to hear from you.
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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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