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Job Title: SEND Teacher
Location: Bristol
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £145 - £230 per day
Are you a passionate SEND Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?
Do you have experience supporting pupils with Autism / ASD, Severe Learning Difficulties / SLD or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties / PMLD?
Are you a creative, enthusiastic and resilient teacher who believes that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and achieve their full potential?
TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a fantastic specialist SEND school in Bristol that provides a nurturing, inclusive and engaging learning environment for children and young people with a range of complex additional needs. The school prides itself on its supportive staff team, creative approach to learning and commitment to celebrating individual achievements, offering a welcoming environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, communication and independence.
The school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic SEND Teacher on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2026, with the opportunity to continue for the right candidate. The successful SEND Teacher will deliver exciting, engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with ASD, SLD, PMLD and complex learning needs, using practical, creative and sensory-based teaching approaches while working closely with a dedicated team of support staff to ensure every pupil receives the encouragement and support they need to succeed.
The successful SEND Teacher will have:
Qualified Teacher Status / QTS
Experience teaching or supporting children and young people with SEND, including ASD, SLD, PMLD or complex learning difficulties
The ability to plan and deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons to meet individual learning needs
Strong classroom management skills and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
A patient, enthusiastic and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for helping children and young people achieve their potential
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
Market leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are looking for a SEND Teacher position where no two days are the same, your creativity is encouraged and every achievement makes a difference, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 223 2200
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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