Sen Teacher
Post-16 SEN Teacher
Job Role: Post-16 SEN Teacher
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 (M1-UPS3)
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you a passionate and dedicated Post-16 SEN Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Supply Desk is currently seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher to join a specialist post-16 educational setting in Hemel Hempstead from September 2026.
This is a fantastic full-time opportunity for a teacher with experience supporting young people aged 16-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a range of additional learning needs. Applications are welcomed from both qualified teachers (QTS) and experienced unqualified teachers who are committed to preparing young people for adulthood, further education, employment, and independent living.
About the Role
As a Post-16 SEN Teacher, you will:
- Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of students aged 16-19 with Autism and additional learning needs.
- Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where every student can achieve their full potential.
- Plan and deliver a curriculum that develops academic, vocational, life, and employability skills.
- Adapt teaching methods and resources to accommodate a wide range of learning abilities and communication needs.
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, families, and external agencies to support positive outcomes for students.
- Monitor, assess, and track student progress, providing meaningful feedback and celebrating achievements.
- Support students’ social, emotional, and personal development, encouraging confidence and independence.
- Prepare students for life beyond education, promoting skills for employment, further learning, and independent living.
- Contribute to the wider life of the provision and support whole-setting initiatives.
About the Setting
- A welcoming and inclusive specialist post-16 provision dedicated to supporting young people with additional needs.
- A collaborative and experienced team committed to delivering high-quality SEND education.
- Excellent facilities and resources designed to support academic, vocational, and life skills learning.
- Strong focus on student wellbeing, independence, and successful transition into adulthood.
- Ongoing investment in staff training, wellbeing, and professional development.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is welcomed; experienced unqualified teachers will also be considered.
- Experience working with young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional learning needs is highly desirable.
- Understanding of preparing learners for adulthood, including employability and independent living skills.
- Flexible and confident teaching across a range of abilities and curriculum areas.
- Passionate about supporting students with SEND to achieve positive outcomes.
- Positive, resilient, and adaptable approach to teaching.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary in line with the M1-UPS3 pay scale.
- A rewarding opportunity to positively influence the lives of young people preparing for adulthood.
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training opportunities.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Opportunity to develop expertise within specialist post-16 education.
Referral Incentive
Know someone who would be perfect for the role? We offer a £100 referral bonus for any successful referral of a friend or colleague who completes five or more shifts with Supply Desk.
How to Apply
To find out more, please contact Elina on 01923 295300 or 07423 753247, or apply below.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check and comply with Safer Recruitment standards throughout their employment. (AGY)
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.