SEN Construction & Woodwork Teacher (QTS) – Full‑Time

About the role

We are recruiting for a Special Educational Needs (SEN) secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. The school seeks a passionate Construction & Woodwork teacher with Qualified Teacher Status to start immediately on a full‑time basis.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Construction and Woodwork lessons to secondary‑aged pupils with a range of SEN.
• Teach practical skills such as woodworking, joinery, basic construction techniques, tool use and workshop safety.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists and other staff.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and well‑organized workshop environment and follow health‑and‑safety procedures.
• Contribute to EHCP targets and individual learning plans where required.

Required profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Experience teaching Construction, Woodwork, Design Technology or a related vocational subject at secondary level.
• Knowledge of SEN and effective teaching strategies for pupils with additional needs.
• Strong understanding of workshop health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisational and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Required skills

• Woodworking
• Joinery
• Construction techniques
• Tool usage
• Workshop safety
• Health and safety compliance

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative SEN environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Well‑equipped workshops and resources.