Sen Teacher
ASD | SEMH | PMLD Specialists Welcome Start Date: ASAP, April or September Contract: Permanent | Full‑Time Location: Maidstone, Kent Salary: Competitive (MPS/UPS) + SEN Allowance Are you a passionate, dedicated, and nurturing educator eager to make a life‑changing impact on children with Special Educational Needs? Our Outstanding SEN School in Maidstone is seeking a committed SEN Teacher to join their exceptional team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward‑thinking, highly supportive environment where staff feel valued, students thrive, and every day brings the chance to transform lives. We welcome applications from teachers with experience or specialism in: ✨ ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) ✨ SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) ✨ PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties) Whether you are looking to start ASAP, in April, or from September, we would love to hear from you. ⭐ About the School * Rated Outstanding for its quality of education, leadership, and behaviour * Highly skilled multidisciplinary team including therapists, behaviour specialists, and family support * Warm, nurturing environment with exceptional resources, sensory spaces, and specialist classrooms * A child‑centred ethos where individual progress and wellbeing are at the heart of everything 🎓 The Role As an SEN Teacher, you will: * Plan and deliver creative, personalised lessons tailored to individual needs * Work within a supportive teaching team and collaborate with TAs, therapists, and senior staff * Implement EHCP targets, behaviour strategies, and therapeutic approaches * Provide a safe, structured environment where pupils can learn, grow, and develop independence * Build strong relationships with parents and external professionals * Contribute to whole‑school life, enrichment, and community engagement 🌈 What We’re Looking For We are seeking a teacher who is: * Qualified (QTS / QTLS) – ECTs and experienced teachers welcome * Passionate about SEN and committed to inclusive education * Patient, resilient, nurturing, and adaptable * Confident in differentiating and using creative approaches to engage diverse learners * Knowledgeable (or keen to learn) about ASD, SEMH, or PMLD needs * Able to work collaboratively in a caring, high‑performing team 🌟 What the School Offers * A truly Outstanding working environment * Exceptional CPD, including SEN specialism training * Small class sizes with high staff‑to‑pupil ratios * A supportive senior leadership team who prioritise staff wellbeing * Opportunities for progression into middle leadership or specialist SEN pathways * A rewarding role where your impact is seen every day