SEN Teacher – Autism & Complex Needs

Liverpool | Specialist SEN School | Full-Time | Permanent
Main Pay Scale (England, excluding London) | January Start

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity within a specialist setting?

Do you have experience supporting pupils with Autism and complex learning needs, and a genuine commitment to helping children reach their full potential?

Would you like to join a supportive team where personalised learning, communication and independence are at the heart of everything?

A well-established specialist SEN school in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join its team on a permanent basis from January.

The school supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), communication difficulties, sensory needs and physical disabilities.

Teaching is highly personalised, with learning tailored to individual abilities, developmental stages and EHCP outcomes. The curriculum focuses on developing communication, functional skills, independence, confidence and preparation for adulthood.

As an SEN Teacher, you will lead a small class supported by experienced Teaching Assistants, creating engaging and accessible learning experiences that meet the individual needs of your pupils.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering differentiated lessons linked to individual EHCP outcomes.

• Teaching pupils with Autism and a range of complex learning needs.

• Adapting teaching approaches and resources to suit individual abilities.

• Developing communication through visual aids and personalised strategies.

• Creating a safe, structured and nurturing classroom environment.

• Promoting independence, social interaction and functional life skills.

• Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other professionals.

• Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to EHCP and Annual Reviews.

• Building positive relationships with parents and carers.

• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience working with pupils with SEND, Autism or complex learning needs.

• A good understanding of adaptive teaching and differentiated planning.

• A patient, calm and nurturing approach.

• Strong classroom leadership and communication skills.

• The ability to work effectively with Teaching Assistants and multidisciplinary teams.

• A genuine passion for supporting pupils' development and independence.

Why apply?

• Permanent, full-time position starting in January.

• Salary on the Main Pay Scale for England (excluding London).

• Established specialist SEN school in Liverpool.

• Supportive team and collaborative working environment.

• Opportunities for specialist SEND training and professional development.

• Rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

This role would suit an experienced SEN Teacher or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into specialist education, provided they have a strong understanding of SEND and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Interested? Apply today to find out more about this permanent SEN Teacher opportunity in Liverpool, starting in January!

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