Secondary SEN Teacher (Wadeford, Chard)

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance Job Title:  Secondary SEN TeacherLocation:  3 Dimensions School, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3AJHours:      40 hours per week | Monday to FridaySalary:      £39,500 per annum (not pro rata)Contract:  Fixed Term | Term Time OnlyStart:        October 2026UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking an inspiring Secondary SEN Teacher to join our specialist setting, where you'll play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to achieve meaningful academic, social and personal outcomes. This is more than just a teaching role. It's an opportunity to transform lives, build confidence, nurture independence and help young people overcome barriers to learning in a supportive, child-centred environment.

As a Secondary SEN Teacher, you will deliver engaging, personalised learning that meets the individual needs of pupils, enabling them to make progress both in and beyond the classroom. Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists, families and the wider multidisciplinary team, you'll create a positive and inclusive learning experience that allows every pupil to succeed. You will use creativity, patience and specialist SEND approaches to support pupils with diverse communication, sensory, emotional, social and learning needs, helping them develop the skills they need for lifelong success.

What you will be doing

Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs and EHCP outcomes. Creating a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment where pupils feel valued and supported. Monitoring, assessing and celebrating pupil progress, including small-step achievements. Supporting pupils' emotional regulation, wellbeing and personal development through positive, relationship-based approaches.Working collaboratively with families, therapists and external professionals to ensure a joined-up approach to pupil support. Contributing to annual reviews, reports and individual learning plans. Leading and supporting classroom staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences. Promoting independence, communication skills and preparation for adulthood. Supporting curriculum development and contributing to school improvement initiatives.

What you will bring

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification required. Experience delivering engaging, inclusive teaching and adapting learning to meet individual needs. Knowledge of SEND and a commitment to helping pupils achieve their full potential. Strong behaviour management skills and an understanding of positive behaviour support. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with families and professionals. Driving licence required

Desirable

Experience working within a specialist SEND setting. Specialist SEND training or qualifications. Experience leading a subject area or curriculum initiative.

About Us 3 Dimensions School is a specialist independent school for children and young people aged 7-25 with a range of complex learning, communication, social, emotional and mental health needs. Part of Outcomes First Group, we provide a nurturing, inclusive and highly personalised education that enables every learner to thrive. Operating across two purposefully designed sites, our primary provision at Chardleigh and secondary/post-16 provision at Hummingbird allow us to offer tailored learning environments that meet students' needs at every stage of their educational journey. We support learners with a range of profiles, including Autism, ADHD, speech, language and communication needs, SEMH, PDA, attachment difficulties and the impact of trauma. Through our trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approach, we help young people build confidence, resilience, independence and the skills they need for successful futures. 3 Dimensions School has a strong reputation for achieving positive outcomes for students, combining high expectations with individualised support to help young people succeed both academically and personally. Our broad curriculum, therapeutic approaches, vocational pathways and preparation for adulthood programmes ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are proud to be a school where relationships come first, strengths are recognised and celebrated, and every young person is supported to achieve their own version of success. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contribution