SEN Teacher

Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher – Autism & Complex Needs
Location: Preston - PR3
Salary: DOE

Job Description:
A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team in Preston. The SEN Teacher will play a vital role in delivering personalised education programmes for young people aged 16-25 with Autism and complex needs. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate educators committed to making a positive impact on students’ lives through engaging, therapeutic, and tailored teaching approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver high-quality, personalised session plans and long-term curricula focused on life skills, functional academics, and vocational qualifications (NVQs).
• Act as a personal tutor to small groups, supporting EHCP outcomes related to independence, resilience, and engagement.
• Implement therapeutic behaviour management strategies to support students with complex behaviours in a calm and safe environment.
• Use observation and assessment tools to monitor progress, set challenging targets, and report outcomes to parents and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists and care staff, to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
• Engage students in outdoor, therapeutic, and activity-based learning, such as animal therapy and nature-based activities.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (PGCE, CertEd).
• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Energetic, proactive, creative, and resilient with a genuine passion for special education.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and a commitment to student safety.

This SEN Teacher role in Preston offers a rewarding career with ongoing training and development opportunities within a supportive team environment. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people with complex needs, we encourage you to apply.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.