Secondary SEN Teacher – Surrey Full Time

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Secondary SEN Teacher – Surrey

Full-Time Position Start Date: January 2027 or Sooner

Location: Surrey

Salary: 210- 265 per day, dependent on experience (M-Scale, paid to scale)

We are delighted to be recruiting for a passionate and dedicated Secondary SEN Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Surrey. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs, helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally in a supportive learning environment.

Whether you are an experienced SEN Teacher or a mainstream secondary teacher looking to develop your experience within specialist education, this role offers the opportunity to support pupils with additional needs through engaging, personalised and inclusive teaching.

The position is full-time, with a planned start in January 2027 or sooner for the right candidate.

About the Role

As a Secondary SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs, abilities and learning styles of pupils with special educational needs. You will create a structured, nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe, supported and encouraged to achieve their potential.

Working closely with teaching assistants, support staff and the wider school team, you will adapt teaching strategies, promote positive behaviour and support pupils’ academic progress and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with special educational needs.
  • Adapt teaching approaches, resources and activities to meet a range of learning needs and abilities.
  • Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.
  • Manage behaviour positively, using consistent strategies to encourage engagement and progress.
  • Assess, monitor and record pupil progress, adapting planning where necessary.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SEN staff and school leadership.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies at all times.

About You

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
  • Experience teaching secondary-aged pupils.
  • Experience working with pupils with SEN, either in a specialist setting or through mainstream inclusion.
  • A good understanding of differentiated teaching and individual learning needs.
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
  • A patient, adaptable and nurturing approach to teaching.
  • Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
  • A genuine commitment to helping pupils with additional needs achieve their potential.
  • ECTs and experienced teachers with relevant SEN experience are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Aspire People?

  • A dedicated consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process and your placement.
  • The opportunity to join a specialist SEN setting in Surrey.
  • A full-time position starting January 2027, with the possibility of an earlier start.
  • Competitive daily pay of 210- 265, dependent on experience.
  • Flexible opportunities, including permanent, long-term, short-term and day-to-day roles.
  • A refer-a-friend scheme offering 100- 300 per referral.
  • Access to free CPD and training opportunities.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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Posted: October 23rd, 2026