SEND Teacher

SEN Teacher – Permanent Role (September Start)Location: Reading, BerkshireMPS/UPS + SEND!

Applications from both primary and secondary teachers with QTS are warmly invited to apply!

Reed Education are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded, large and thriving special school in the Reading area to recruit a dedicated SEN Teacher for a permanent position starting this September.

About the School

This well-established specialist provision caters for pupils aged 3–19 with complex special educational needs. Every pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and benefits from a highly personalised learning experience. 

The school supports a wide range of needs, including:

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), alongside conditions such as ADHD
• Sensory and physical impairments 

Pupils are taught in small classes with high levels of staff support, enabling a truly individualised approach to learning and development. 

Ofsted & School Strengths

• The school has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted on multiple occasions, most recently confirmed in its 2019 inspection.
• Inspectors highlight the school’s strong leadership, high-quality teaching, and excellent care and support, with pupils making excellent progress from very low starting points. 
• A strong emphasis on personal development, independence and life skills prepares pupils effectively for adulthood. 
• The environment is widely recognised as inclusive, nurturing and highly supportive, where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated to learn. 

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to a diverse range of complex needs
• Develop and implement individualised learning plans aligned to EHCP outcomes
• Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff and families to ensure holistic pupil progress
• Foster pupils’ communication, independence and social development
• Play a key role in maintaining the school’s high standards of care and achievement

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Experience working with SEN pupils, particularly those with complex learning difficulties
• A strong understanding of strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or total communication approaches (desirable)
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
• A commitment to inclusive education and pupil-centred learning

Why Apply?

• Join an Outstanding-rated specialist setting with a strong reputation
• Work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team
• Access ongoing professional development and SEN-specific training
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs
• Secure a permanent role starting September

 Apply today through Reed Education to be considered for this rewarding opportunity, or contact our team for a confidential discussion.