SEN Teacher

Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join a specialist school in Stoke-on-Trent from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly supportive team within a specialist setting that provides education for children and young people aged 5-19 with a range of complex special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and associated communication, sensory and physical needs.
The school is committed to delivering personalised, engaging and meaningful learning experiences that enable every pupil to achieve their full potential, develop independence and prepare for adulthood. Staff work collaboratively with therapists, support staff and families to ensure pupils receive a holistic, person-centred education in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

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  Plan and deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs.
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  Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
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  Work closely with teaching assistants and a multidisciplinary team to support pupil progress.
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  Contribute to EHCP targets, assessments and annual reviews.
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  Monitor and assess pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where appropriate.
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  Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
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  Promote communication, independence, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.

We are looking for someone who:

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  Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
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  Has a genuine passion for working with children and young people with special educational needs.
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  Can adapt their teaching to meet a wide range of learning needs.
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  Has strong communication and classroom management skills.
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  Works well as part of a collaborative team.
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  Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applications are welcomed from experienced SEN teachers as well as mainstream teachers looking to transition into specialist education.

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  Main Pay Scale (MPS).
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  A welcoming and supportive leadership team.
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  Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities.
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  Specialist resources and well-equipped learning environments.
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  A collaborative multidisciplinary team.
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  The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people every day.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.
If you are an enthusiastic and committed teacher looking to make a meaningful impact within a specialist SEN setting, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now for a September 2026 start.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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