Job Description
SEN English Teacher – SEMH School
Wisbech
Agency: I C Talent
I C Talent is seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN English Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive SEMH specialist school in Wisbech. This is a rewarding opportunity to inspire and engage students with additional needs through creative and differentiated English teaching.
About the School:
This is a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) specialist school for pupils aged 11–16. The school provides education for students with a diverse range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
Many pupils present with additional needs across the four areas outlined in the SEN Code of Practice, including:
* Cognition and learning needs
* Communication and interaction difficulties
* Autism (with SEMH as the primary need)
* ADHD and associated challenges
* Medical needs
The school offers a nurturing, structured, and therapeutic environment, supporting students both academically and emotionally to achieve their full potential.
The Role:
You will deliver engaging and accessible English lessons, tailored to meet a wide range of learning abilities and needs. You will play a key role in developing students’ literacy, communication, and confidence, using creative and adaptive teaching strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver differentiated English lessons
* Support students with SEMH and additional needs in developing literacy skills
* Adapt resources to suit individual learning styles and abilities
* Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP targets
* Foster a positive and supportive classroom environment
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and external professionals
Requirements:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Experience teaching English, ideally within an SEN/SEMH setting
* Strong understanding of adaptive teaching and behaviour management
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* A patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
What I C Talent Offers:
* Competitive daily rates
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
* Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
* Access to CPD and training
If you are a committed English teacher looking to make a real impact in an SEN setting, we would love to hear from you.