Job ID: S-U-3686 - Primary SEN Teacher

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of workJob Title: Primary SEN TeacherLocation: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SBHours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | Monday 8:15am – 4:30pm, Tuesday – Friday 8:15am – 3:45pmSalary: Up to £42,000.00 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata)Contract: Permanent | Term Time OnlyStart: September 2026UK applicants only – no sponsorship availableAbout the RoleAs an SEN Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering a highly personalised and inclusive education for pupils with additional needs. Working within small classes or on a one-to-one basis, you will create engaging, adaptable learning experiences that support each child’s academic progress alongside their social and emotional development. You will collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that every pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is effectively implemented and reviewed, enabling them to thrive in a safe, structured and supportive environment.Individualised Provision: Develop, implement and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behaviour plans and EHCP targets, ensuring learning is tailored to each pupil’s needs.Curriculum Delivery: Plan and teach differentiated lessons across the National Curriculum, adapting content through visual supports, sensory strategies and assistive technology to maximise accessibility and engagement.Assessment & Progress Monitoring: Track, record and report on pupil progress, prepare documentation for annual reviews, and contribute to whole-school development priorities.Behaviour & Pastoral Support: Apply trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to support pupils with complex needs, promoting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and increasing independence.Collaboration & Communication: Work as part of a multi-professional team, liaising regularly with support staff, therapists, care teams and parents/carers to ensure consistency between school and home.Safeguarding & Professional Practice: Maintain high professional standards, uphold safeguarding responsibilities, manage classroom resources effectively, and ensure compliance with all school policies and regulatory requirements.About YouThe ideal candidate will have the following attributes:Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalentExperience: Proven experience working with children with SEND, specifically managing emotional and behavioural difficulties.Knowledge: Deep understanding of how to adapt SMSC and British Values for pupils with varying cognitive levels.Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with vulnerable pupils and their families.Qualities: A calm, caring nature with high expectations for the personal growth of every child.About UsOpened in 2018, The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school for pupils aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences.We are building an Outstanding provision – a school that transforms lives through creativity, care, and commitment. Our team is passionate about making a genuine difference, supporting every pupil to reach their full potential within a therapeutic and inclusive environment.At Wenlock, you’ll be part of a dedicated community that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we empower pupils to succeed and build the foundations for a brighter future.Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes