Job Title: Early Years Teacher (SEN Setting)
📍 M32 9TG - Manchester
🏫 The Orchards
🕒 Full-Time / Long-Term Opportunity
💼 Competitive Daily Rate (Dependent on Experience)
About the Role
The Orchards is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teacher to join their supportive team in an SEN setting based in the M32 area of Manchester. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact supporting young learners with additional needs at the very start of their educational journey.
The successful candidate will have experience or a strong interest in working within Special Educational Needs (SEN) and will be confident adapting teaching approaches to meet a wide range of needs.
The Needs of the School
The Orchards is looking for a teacher who:
Has a nurturing, patient and adaptable approach
Can confidently deliver the EYFS curriculum within an SEN setting
Is experienced in supporting children with ASD, speech and language needs, and developmental delays
Can create engaging, sensory-based and differentiated learning experiences
Works effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team (TAs, SENCO, therapists, parents)
Is proactive in managing behaviour using positive behaviour strategies
Understands EHCPs and can contribute to reviews and progress tracking
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver creative, inclusive Early Years lessons tailored to individual needs
Assess and track pupil progress in line with EYFS and individual learning plans
Provide a safe, structured and stimulating classroom environment
Support social, emotional and communication development
Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals
Maintain accurate records and reports
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience teaching within Early Years (Nursery/Reception)
Previous SEN experience is highly desirable
Strong behaviour management skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)
Desirable
Experience working in a specialist provision or SEN school
Knowledge of PECS, Makaton or other communication strategies
Safeguarding training
Team Teach or positive handling training
Why Join The Orchards?
Supportive leadership team
Well-resourced SEN environment
Opportunity to make a genuine difference
Potential for long-term or permanent placement
If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher looking for a rewarding role within an SEN setting in Manchester, we would love to hear from you