Full job descriptionSEN Teacher – Permanent Role (September Start)
Location: Reading, Berkshire
MPS/UPS + SEND!
Applications from both primary and secondary teachers with QTS are warmly invited to apply!
Reed Education are proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded, large and thriving special school in the Reading area to recruit a dedicated SEN Teacher for a permanent position starting this September.
About the School
This well-established specialist provision caters for pupils aged 3–19 with complex special educational needs. Every pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and benefits from a highly personalised learning experience.
The school supports a wide range of needs, including:
*Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
*Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
*Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
*Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), alongside conditions such as ADHD
*Sensory and physical impairments
Pupils are taught in small classes with high levels of staff support, enabling a truly individualised approach to learning and development.
Ofsted & School Strengths
*The school has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted on multiple occasions, most recently confirmed in its 2019 inspection.
*Inspectors highlight the school’s strong leadership, high-quality teaching, and excellent care and support, with pupils making excellent progress from very low starting points.
*A strong emphasis on personal development, independence and life skills prepares pupils effectively for adulthood.
*The environment is widely recognised as inclusive, nurturing and highly supportive, where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated to learn.
The Role
As an SEN Teacher, you will:
*Deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to a diverse range of complex needs
*Develop and implement individualised learning plans aligned to EHCP outcomes
*Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff and families to ensure holistic pupil progress
*Foster pupils’ communication, independence and social development
*Play a key role in maintaining the school’s high standards of care and achievement
The Ideal Candidate
*Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
*Experience working with SEN pupils, particularly those with complex learning difficulties
*A strong understanding of strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or total communication approaches (desirable)
*A patient, resilient and compassionate approach
*A commitment to inclusive education and pupil-centred learning
Why Apply?
*Join an Outstanding-rated specialist setting with a strong reputation
*Work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team
*Access ongoing professional development and SEN-specific training
*Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs
*Secure a permanent role starting September
Apply today through Reed Education to be considered for this rewarding opportunity, or contact our team for a confidential discussion.