Qualified Science Teacher - Specialist SEND

Qualified Science Teacher - Specialist SEND Setting

South West/ temporary / £145 - 233 per day

Qualified Science Teacher - Specialist SEND Setting

Location: Bristol

Start Date: ASAP

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

Are you a passionate Science 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 Science Teacher to join a specialist SEND provision in the Bristol area
, working with KS3/KS4 students studying Science
.

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:

• Adapt teaching to meet the individual learning and emotional needs of students with SEND
• Use creative, practical approaches to make Science accessible and engaging
• 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 GCSE Science 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 correct tax and National Insurance contributions are paid. Email: [email protected].

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

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

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