SEND Teacher
 
Sudbury, Suffolk 
£33,696 - £44,304 per year
Full Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Good Ofsted Rating
 
About the Role
 
Our client is seeking a SEND Teacher to plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching that meets the diverse needs of pupils with complex needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils in a nurturing environment, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally while preparing them for life beyond education.
 
About the Organisation
 
Our client provides a unique and nurturing educational environment where pupils are supported to achieve their full potential. They prioritise creating a safe, secure, and engaging setting where every child is encouraged to develop confidence and independence.
Their approach goes beyond academic achievement, with a strong focus on life skills, personal development, and community involvement. A tailored curriculum supports social interaction and includes offsite experiences to ensure a well-rounded education for every learner.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-informed lessons tailored to individual pupil needs, including those with SEND and trauma backgrounds
• Use assessment data to monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies
• Promote pupils'' social, emotional, and academic development through therapeutic and trauma-informed approaches
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning in line with policies and professional standards
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and specialist staff to provide effective support

Requirements

• Proven experience teaching pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in specialist settings
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess effective teaching and learning
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining professional standards
• Resilience, empathy, adaptability, and a passion for supporting vulnerable pupils
• QTS/QTLS qualification

Benefits

• Enhanced pension scheme (NEST)
• Staff referral scheme (£500 bonus split)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Blue Light Card access
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee wellbeing support and retail discounts
• Life assurance

Equality & Armed Forces Covenant
 
Our client is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families. Candidates from the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview where criteria are met.
 
Safeguarding
 
The successful candidate will be accountable to senior leadership for the quality of teaching, pupil progress, and safeguarding. This role is subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Online checks may be carried out on shortlisted candidates in line with safeguarding guidance.