Role: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Contract: Full-time or Part-time opportunities available
Salary: £29,344 – £44,919
Start Date: Easter 2026
We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic SEN Teacher to join a well-regarded school in Milton Keynes from Easter 2026. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a diverse range of additional needs, including learning difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and other developmental differences.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered to achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities
Design and deliver personalised Individual Education Plans (IEPs), setting meaningful and achievable targets tailored to each pupil.
Plan and teach creative, differentiated lessons that accommodate varying abilities, learning styles, and SEMH requirements.
Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and external professionals to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to student support.
Monitor and evaluate student progress, adjusting strategies and resources to maximise engagement and achievement.
Maintain strong communication with parents and carers, providing regular updates and collaborating on strategies to support both academic progress and emotional wellbeing.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom culture that promotes respect, empathy, and constructive behaviour.
Implement effective behaviour management approaches to maintain a calm, structured, and nurturing environment.
Engage in continued professional development to remain up to date with current best practice in SEN and SEMH support.
Person Specification
Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related discipline (a Master’s degree is desirable).
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent in Special Education.
Demonstrable experience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly those with SEMH needs, learning disabilities, and developmental challenges.
Sound knowledge of SEN frameworks, strategies, and interventions, including SEMH-focused approaches.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
A genuine commitment to enabling children with additional needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Additional Information
Flexible working patterns available, with both full-time and part-time contracts on offer.
Supply Desk offers a £100 referral bonus for successful recommendations of colleagues or friends who complete 5+ shifts.
An enhanced DBS check is required as part of the recruitment process.
If you are a passionate educator eager to make a meaningful impact in SEN education, we would love to hear from you.
For further details or to apply, please contact Supply Desk on or submit your application via our website.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check