Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher – Papworth Hall School

About the role

At Papworth Hall School you will help transform the lives of children and young people with additional needs by delivering engaging, personalised learning. You will work in a specialist setting with small class sizes, allowing you to focus on each learner and make a genuine impact.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons that inspire pupils and enable meaningful progress.
• Adapt teaching to meet a wide range of learning needs, supporting pupils academically, socially and emotionally.
• Develop and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behaviour plans and personalised learning pathways.
• Monitor, assess and celebrate pupil progress, using assessment to inform future learning.
• Promote positive behaviour through nurturing, relationship‑based approaches.
• Collaborate with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.
• Champion safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Required profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH or complex needs.
• Creative, patient and adaptable with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships.
• Passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential.
• Thrives as part of a collaborative team and eager to continue professional development.
• Full UK driving licence.

What we offer

• Life Assurance Pension scheme with flexible contribution options.
• Wellbeing support including mental health resources and physical health checks.
• Flexible Benefits Platform offering health, insurance and discount schemes.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover and enhanced family growth support (maternity/paternity leave, paid fertility treatment).