Full time Contract

SEN Teacher

Teach South

East Sussex, East Sussex, TN21 0BX

£31000 - £51000 per annum

Posted: 20 October 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 19 November 2026

Ref: 61185029

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About the Role

Teach South seeks a dedicated SEN Teacher for a secondary school in St Leonards, East Sussex. This full-time maternity cover contract begins Term 2 on 9 November, with a salary of £31,000 to £51,000 per annum (MPS1–UPS3). The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging English and Maths lessons to small groups, support pupils with a range of additional needs, and manage classroom behaviour calmly and consistently. Strong knowledge of special educational needs is essential, alongside the confidence to build a supportive, structured learning environment. Duties include delivering targeted SEN interventions as required and working with colleagues to help students progress. Suited to a skilled practitioner committed to inclusive education.

SEN Teacher – Secondary School
Location: St Leonards
Start date: Term 2 (November 9th)
Contract: Full time, maternity cover
Salary: MPS1–UPS3
We’re looking for a dedicated SEN Teacher to join a secondary school in St Leonards from Term 2, covering a maternity leave.
The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of special educational needs and the confidence to create a supportive, structured learning environment. You’ll teach English and Maths to small groups and may also deliver targeted SEN interventions.
The role includes:

Planning and delivering engaging English and Maths lessons to small groups
Supporting students with a range of additional needs
Managing classroom behaviour calmly and consistently
Delivering SEN interventions as required
Working with colleagues to help students make progress

We’re looking for someone who:

Has high levels of SEN teaching knowledge
Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Can adapt teaching to meet students’ individual needs
Is committed, patient and encouraging

Pay: MPS1 to UPS3, depending on experience and qualifications.
If you’re an experienced teacher who can help students thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

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