Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Tonbridge, Kent, United Kingdom
Salary: £30,000 – £46,500 pulse SEN allowance (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role:

Heart Teaching is seeking a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher to join a supportive and dynamic team at an SEN school in Tonbridge. In this role, you will work with students who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), including but not limited to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and physical disabilities. Your work will have a direct impact on the educational and social development of these young learners, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive in the classroom 🌟.

We are looking for someone who is dedicated to making a difference, with a flexible and adaptable approach to teaching. If you have the experience and passion for working with students with SEN and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! 💬

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons tailored to the needs of students with a range of SEN.
🔹 Assess and monitor student progress, using individualized education plans (IEPs) to support and track development 📊.
🔹 Collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team, including teaching assistants, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists 🤝.
🔹 Support students in developing social and life skills, helping them achieve their full potential 🏆.
🔹 Adapt teaching strategies and resources to cater to the diverse learning needs of each student 📚.
🔹 Provide feedback to students and their families about progress, achievements, and areas for development 💬.
🔹 Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fosters a sense of belonging and encourages personal growth 💖.
🔹 Maintain accurate records of student progress, behavior, and development 📝.

Requirements:

✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
✔️ Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally within an SEN or mainstream school setting 🏫.
✔️ Strong communication skills to effectively work with students, staff, and parents 🤗.
✔️ Ability to differentiate teaching methods and tailor resources to suit individual needs 🧩.
✔️ A commitment to continuing professional development and keeping up-to-date with the latest best practices in SEN teaching 🌱.
✔️ Patience, empathy, and the ability to build strong relationships with students and their families 💖.
✔️ An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one) 🛡️.

What Heart Teaching Can Offer You:

🌟 Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications 💰.
🎓 Ongoing professional development and training opportunities 🎯.
💬 A supportive team environment with regular team meetings and collaboration 🤝.
🏆 Opportunities for career progression within a well-established educational setting.
🔐 Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, ensuring a safe environment for everyone 🛡️.

How to Apply:

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher with the passion and experience to make a real difference in the lives of students, we would love to hear from you! 💬 Please apply below or send your CV to careers@heartteaching.com or call 01732 494 808 for more details 📞.

Important Information:

• The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

• Heart Teaching is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or belief 💫.

• You will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS certificate (or apply for a new one) if you do not have one on the update service 🆔.

At Heart Teaching, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are fully committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people 💖. We prioritize safeguarding and child protection through a thorough recruitment process, including rigorous background checks 🚨.