SEN Teacher - Secondary School (Darlington)

Special Educational Needs Teacher | Full-Time | Darlington

Protocol Education are recruiting for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join a supportive Secondary School in Darlington. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced teacher who is committed to helping young people with additional needs achieve their full potential, both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will work with students aged 11-16 with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and associated communication barriers.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet individual learning needs.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where students feel safe, valued, and supported.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote academic progress, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, parents, and external agencies to support student outcomes.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adapting teaching approaches where necessary.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help students develop confidence, independence, and resilience.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• A strong understanding of SEND strategies and inclusive teaching practices.
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• A patient, compassionate, and flexible approach to teaching.

What Protocol Education Can Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly PAYE payments with no hidden umbrella company deductions.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• Access to a wide network of schools across the North East.
• £50 referral bonus when you recommend a friend to Protocol Education.

Apply Today

If you are a committed SEN Teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people in Darlington, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that places inclusion, wellbeing, and student success at the heart of everything it does.

Apply today to take the next step in your SEND teaching career.