SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher

2500 Joining Bonus Available!

(1250 paid on joining and 1250 paid following successful probation)

Location: St Elizabeths Centre Much Hadham Hertfordshire (approx.10 minutes from Bishops Stortford and Harlow)

Contract: Permanent Full Time
Salary: Teachers Pay Scale SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)

If youre an experienced teacher looking for a more rewarding role where relationships matter progress is truly personalised and every achievement is celebrated St Elizabeths could be the perfect next step.

Join a specialist education team where you can focus on what inspired you to teach in the first place: helping young people reach their full potential.

About St Elizabeths Centre

Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside St Elizabeths Centre is a leading charity supporting children young people and adults with epilepsy autism learning disabilities and complex needs.

Our specialist School and Sixth Form provide highly personalised education for learners aged 5-19 helping them develop the knowledge confidence independence and life skills they need for adulthood.

We are proud to be a values-led organisation built around being Aspirational Collaborative Joyful and Compassionate. Every day our teams work together to create meaningful opportunities that enable learners to live life to the full.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and committed SEN Teacher to join our growing team.

This is an opportunity to teach in an environment where you have the time support and resources to make a lasting impact. Youll lead a small class of up to eight learners with complex needs delivering engaging personalised learning that supports both academic achievement and preparation for adulthood.

Whether youre currently working in special education or are an experienced mainstream teacher looking to develop your career in SEND well support you to thrive in our specialist setting.

Here success is measured not only by qualifications but by increased confidence communication independence and life-changing outcomes.

What Youll Do

• Deliver engaging personalised teaching tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support learners to develop independence communication and life skills alongside academic outcomes.
• Create a positive structured and motivating learning environment where every learner can succeed.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants therapists and families.
• Monitor assess and celebrate learner progress and achievement.
• Contribute to EHCP targets and person-centred learning plans.
• Help prepare young people for successful and fulfilling adult lives.

About You

Were looking for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and believes every learner deserves the opportunity to succeed.

Youll have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.
• Experience working with learners with SEND ideally within a post-16 or specialist setting.
• A creative adaptable and nurturing approach to teaching.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner wellbeing.

Why Join St Elizabeths

• Small class sizes with exceptional levels of support
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Newly renovated space with a dedicated area for education staff
• Structured induction training and CPD tailored to SEN and post-16 education.
• Enhanced DBS paid for by us
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking and countryside setting
• Access to the wellbeing platform discounts and staff benefits
• Recommend a Friend bonus scheme.

Ready for a fresh start

If youre looking for a teaching role where your expertise is valued your workload is purposeful and your impact is visible wed love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your application form and CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged.

We also welcome informal visits. To arrange a tour of our school please contact:

Please note: Due to our rural location access to personal transport is essential.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post involves regulated activity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments please contact us during the recruitment process.

Prepare young people for life. Join our Sixth Form team at St Elizabeths.

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Required Experience:

IC