Job Description
Experienced SEN Class Teacher (UPS) - Lead, Inspire & Grow | January 2026 Start
Experienced SEN Class Teacher - Upper Pay Scale
Location: Ware
Start Date: January 2026
Sector: Education and Training
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £45,646 - £49,084 (UPS 1-3) + Minimum SEN Allowance £2,679
Age Range: Pupils aged 2-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Are you an experienced SEN Class Teacher in Ware passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with severe learning difficulties? This is a fantastic opportunity in the education and training environment to join a well-resourced, forward-thinking special school in Ware where every pupil is known, valued, and supported-and where your skills and leadership can truly thrive.
We're looking for a SEN Class Teacher on the Upper Pay Scale, ready to take on additional responsibilities and contribute meaningfully to curriculum development, staff mentoring, and whole-school progress.
Why Join this School in Ware?
* Competitive Salary & SEN Allowance
* Paid to UPS 1-3 (£45,646 - £49,084) + SEN Point £2,679
* Specialist CPD & Career Progression
* Access tailored professional development and mentoring with clear pathways into middle and senior leadership roles.
* Smaller Class Sizes & Strong Support Ratios
* Enjoy teaching with high staff-to-pupil ratios, ensuring quality individual support and impactful teaching.
* Generous PPA Time
* Above-average time for planning, assessment, and collaboration.
* Engaging, Varied Curriculum
* From structured classroom learning to sensory and therapeutic activities-no two days are ever the same.
* Including sensory rooms, therapy spaces, a hydrotherapy pool, and a well-equipped outdoor learning environment.
* Collaborative Team Culture
* Work alongside experienced SEN professionals, therapists, and dedicated support staff in a nurturing and highly supportive setting.
Your Role:
* Teach and lead a class of pupils with severe learning difficulties, adapting your teaching style to suit a range of additional needs including Autism and complex communication challenges.
* Design and deliver creative, multisensory lessons that support personal, social, and academic development.
* Take on leadership responsibilities, helping shape the curriculum and supporting other staff in best practice.
* Work closely with the wider team-including therapists, support staff, and families-to ensure holistic pupil progress.
* Contribute to a school culture that prioritises wellbeing, inclusion, and achievement.
About You:
* Qualified Teacher with Upper Pay Scale experience (UPS 1-3)
* Experience in a specialist or inclusive setting (e.g. SLD, PMLD, Autism, SEMH)
* Strong knowledge of EHCPs, differentiated learning, and alternative communication (e.g. Makaton, PECS, AAC)
* Compassionate, reflective, and committed to delivering child-centred education
* A team player ready to grow as a leader and make a wider impact in the Education and Training environment
Appy for the SEN Class Teacher role today to be considered for a fresah start in Ware this Jan 2026.