ECT Opportunities – Special Educational Needs (SEND)
Location: Plymouth
Contract: Full-time and part-time positions available
Start Date: Sep 2025
Are you qualifying as an ECT this year? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? Five Education is currently supporting a range of specialist provisions and SEND schools that welcome enthusiastic, compassionate Early Career Teachers to join their teams.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful experience in specialist settings with ongoing support and professional development.
About the Role:
- Teaching pupils with a range of SEND, including Autism, SEMH, SLD, and PMLD
- Delivering adapted and engaging lessons to meet individual needs
- Working alongside experienced support staff, therapists, and senior leaders
- Building strong relationships with pupils and supporting their emotional and academic development
- Creating a safe and inclusive classroom environment
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- QTS
- A genuine interest in SEND education
- Positive, flexible and patient approach to teaching
- Willingness to adapt lessons and approaches to meet a range of complex needs
- Some relevant SEND experience (from placements, volunteering or previous work) is highly desirable
Why teach in SEND settings?
- Smaller class sizes with strong adult support
- Focus on in...