SEND Science Teacher

SEND Science Teacher - South Wales Caerphilly Area Salary: £28,288 - £44,304 Full-Time (40 hours per week)

About the Role

Reed Education are working with a specialist setting in South Wales to recruit a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher. This role involves delivering high-quality, inclusive teaching to secondary-aged pupils with complex needs and behaviours that may be challenging.

You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment, while supporting pupils to achieve their full potential through personalised learning approaches.

About the Setting

You’ll be working within a small, focused nurturing environment supporting secondary school-aged children who have an IDP/ALN Statement and may have ADHD and/or display behaviours that are challenging or inappropriate in a community setting.

Class sizes are small, with a typical staff-to-student ratio of 2:4, allowing you to provide tailored support and build strong, meaningful relationships. The school prides itself on its close-knit community, where staff and pupils support one another and wellbeing is at the heart of everything they do.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to individual needs
• Create a positive and structured classroom environment
• Develop personalised learning pathways for pupils
• Motivate and inspire students through creative teaching approaches
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
• Uphold high standards of safeguarding, wellbeing, and professional conduct

Subject Specialism

We welcome applications from teachers with a specialism in:

• Chemistry
• Physics
• Biology

Requirements

• QTS or QTLS (essential)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a SEND setting or similar provision
• A genuine passion and commitment to supporting students with SEND
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• £500 staff referral bonus (split)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform
• Life assurance

Safeguarding Commitment

Reed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment practices.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more or apply for this role, please get in touch today to arrange a confidential discussion.