SEN Teacher (Key Stage 3 with Primary Flexibility)

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference AFWigTea_1777037392
Closing date May 25, 2026
Location Wigan, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Job Title: SEN Teacher (Key Stage 3 with Primary Flexibility) - Full-TimeLocation: Wigan, Greater ManchesterContract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable SEN Teacher to join a newly established specialist school in Wigan. The school provides a safe and supportive environment for young people aged 5-18 with Autism and/or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

This role will primarily focus on teaching Key Stage 3 pupils, while also requiring the flexibility and confidence to support and teach across primary age groups when needed. You will work with pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, FASD, anxiety, and communication, interaction, cognition, and learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for Key Stage 3 pupils
  • Adapt teaching approaches to also support primary-aged learners when required
  • Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum across core and foundation subjects
  • Develop and implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
  • Create a structured, safe, and inclusive learning environment
  • Support pupils' social, emotional, and mental health development
  • Use effective behaviour strategies tailored to SEMH needs
  • Assess, track, and report on pupil progress
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and external professionals
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of the school's curriculum and provision
  • Requirements

  • QTS/QTLS (essential)
  • Experience teaching Key Stage 3 (essential), with confidence supporting primary pupils
  • Strong understanding of SEN, particularly ASD, ADHD, and SEMH
  • Ability to differentiate and adapt teaching for a wide range of needs and abilities
  • Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
  • Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Opportunity to join a new and growing specialist provision
  • Ongoing CPD and SEN-specific training
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' education and wellbeing
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview
  • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'