Qualified English Teacher - Specialist SEND

Qualified English Teacher - Specialist SEND Setting

South West/ temporary / £145 - 233 per day

Qualified English Teacher - Specialist SEND Setting
Location: Bristol

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £145 - £233 per day (dependent on experience / teacher pay scale)

Are you a passionate English Teacher who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need education delivered in a different way?

Do you have the patience, empathy and creativity to support students with special educational needs and social, emotional and mental health challenges
?

Teacher Active are recruiting a Qualified English Teacher to join a specialist SEND provision in the Bristol area
, working with KS3/KS4 students studying English.

This is a temporary position initially expected to become permanent in September 2026
.

This specialist provision supports young people who may have found mainstream education challenging or inaccessible
.

Students within the setting have a range of additional needs
, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
. Many learners have also experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and early childhood trauma, which can impact their engagement with education.

Because of this, the school takes a therapeutic, relationship-led approach
, prioritising safety, trust and emotional regulation alongside academic learning.

Classes are very small, typically 1-3 students
, and are supported by an HLTA or Teaching Assistant
, allowing for highly personalised teaching and strong relationship building.

Learning is delivered through a holistic and flexible curriculum
, combining academic subjects with practical, creative and outdoor learning experiences such as horticulture, craft and land-based activities. This approach helps students build confidence, independence and life skills
, while working towards recognised qualifications.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging English lessons aligned with the KS3/KS4 curriculum and GCSE pathways
• Adapt teaching to meet the individual learning and emotional needs of students with SEND
• Use creative and flexible approaches to develop literacy, reading, and communication skills
• Build positive, consistent relationships with students
• Work collaboratively with support staff and the wider pastoral team
• Create a calm, structured learning environment where students feel safe to learn

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong knowledge of the KS3 and GCSE English curriculum
• Experience working with SEND, SEMH, or neurodiverse learners
• Confidence supporting students with ASC, ADHD and trauma-related needs
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Patience, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people

• Competitive rates of pay (paid weekly via PAYE)
• Support from a dedicated and experienced consultant
• Access to the Teacher Active App to manage your availability
• Free access to CPD through our My Progression platform
• Opportunities to work with other specialist settings
• An excellent Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply)
• All supply staff are paid via PAYE
  , ensuring the correct Tax and National Insurance contributions are paid with no hidden administration fees
  .

If you feel you are the right fit for this English Teacher role
, please click apply
, or contact Dannielle Ford on or email [email protected].

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with Teacher Active.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs

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