SEN Teacher- Early Years

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years SEND Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity? We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and nurturing teacher to join a specialist setting in Northumberland,…

Pay rate £150 – £250/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 4 September 2026

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About this job

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years SEND Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and nurturing teacher to join a specialist setting in Northumberland, supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities during their early years education.

The Role
As an Early Years SEND Teacher, you will play a key role in creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every child can develop and thrive. You will plan and deliver engaging, child-centred activities tailored to individual needs, abilities and developmental stages.

You will work closely with teaching assistants, families and other professionals to ensure each child receives the support they need to make meaningful progress.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Early Years lessons and activities adapted to individual SEND needs.
Create a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
Support children's communication, social, emotional and academic development.
Develop and implement individualised learning plans and appropriate interventions.
Monitor and assess children's progress and maintain accurate records.
Work collaboratively with support staff, parents/carers and external professionals.
Promote positive behaviour and help children develop independence and confidence.
Ensure safeguarding and welfare procedures are followed at all times.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:

A qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent recognised teaching qualification).
Experienced in, or passionate about, working with children with SEND.
Ideally experienced within an Early Years setting.
Patient, nurturing and able to build strong relationships with children.
Creative and adaptable in their approach to teaching and learning.
Confident working as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.
Committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Why Join Us?

A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young children's lives.
Supportive and welcoming specialist setting.
Competitive rates of pay.
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher with a passion for SEND and are looking for your next opportunity in Northumberland, we would love to hear from you.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
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
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these

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