SEND Teacher

SEND Teacher – Where Small Steps Matter Most

Not every classroom runs on neat lesson plans and predictable outcomes.
Some run on patience, trust, and the moment a child finally feels safe enough to try.

If that’s what drives your teaching, you’ll feel at home here.

We’re seeking a dedicated SEND Teacher for a school in South Leeds. This role is ideal for someone who understands that progress isn’t always loud and sometimes it’s a look, a word, or a small step forward that only you notice

The Role

You’ll work across specialist and alternative provisions, supporting pupils who need consistency, structure, and genuine understanding.

• Plan and deliver personalised learning tailored to individual needs

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

• Work collaboratively with TAs, SENCOs, and external professionals

• Support pupils with ASD, SEMH, PMLD, and complex needs

• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour with empathy and skill

Why Choose This Role?

• Teach in a way that aligns with your values

• Join supportive teams with real SEND expertise

• Access opportunities across specialist schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions

• Pathways to long-term and permanent positions

You’ll Thrive If You…

• Stay calm and adaptable when plans change

• Naturally build strong relationships with pupils

• Are passionate about inclusive education

• Believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and capable

Requirements

• QTS or significant experience in SEND settings

• A patient, compassionate approach

• Confidence adapting lessons for diverse needs

What You’ll Receive

• Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)

• Free CPD, including SEND and behaviour training

• A dedicated consultant who listens to your needs

• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle

Thrive Training

Thrive trained? Brilliant—schools value it highly.
Not yet? We offer free Thrive training to help you support emotional development and stand out in SEND settings.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a role where your impact is felt every day, we’d love to talk.

No pressure, just a conversation about what’s right for you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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