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SEN Teacher - Secondary
- bury, england, United Kingdom
- Contract·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
SEN Teacher - Secondary Special School
Location: Bury
Job Type: Full-Time
Contract: Full Academic Year
Start Date: September 2026
SEN Teacher - Full-Time | September Start | Bury
The Role
- Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to meet individual learning needs.
- Teach and support secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Down syndrome.
- Foster a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom where every student can thrive.
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals to support pupil progress.
- Monitor, assess and celebrate individual achievements while adapting teaching strategies to maximise learning outcomes.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues to ensure the best possible support for every learner.
The Ideal Candidate
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Have experience teaching pupils with special educational needs, or demonstrate a genuine passion for working within an SEN setting.
- Have an understanding of how to adapt teaching to meet the needs of learners with Down syndrome and other additional needs.
- Be patient, resilient and committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential.
- Possess excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
What the School Offers
- A welcoming and highly supportive leadership team.
- Excellent specialist facilities and resources.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A collaborative environment where staff wellbeing and development are valued.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of young people.


