SEN Teacher
Job description
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SEN Teacher - Alternative Provision (Ipswich, Suffolk)
Full-Time
ASAP
Are you a passionate, resilient, and compassionate educator looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people?
An established Alternative Provision in Ipswich, Suffolk is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their supportive and dynamic team.
About the Role
As an SEN Teacher, you will work with small groups of pupils who require additional support due to a range of social, emotional, behavioural, and learning needs. You will plan and deliver bespoke lessons that inspire, engage, and empower young people to achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities
· Deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to meet individual needs.
· Support students with a variety of SEN, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and communication needs.
· Implement behaviour support strategies and nurture positive relationships.
· Track and assess pupil progress, providing clear and constructive feedback.
· Work collaboratively with a skilled multidisciplinary team, parents, and external agencies.
· Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
We are looking for someone who is:
· A qualified Teacher (QTS/QTLS) - applications from ECTs with SEN experience also welcome.
· Experienced working with SEN/SEMH pupils (school, AP, or PRU experience advantageous).
· Calm, patient, and resilient, with strong behaviour management skills.
· Creative in your approach to teaching and committed to inclusive practice.
· Passionate about helping young people to re-engage with learning.
What We Offer
· A supportive and committed team environment.
· Small class sizes with tailored teaching approaches.
· Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
· The chance to genuinely impact the lives of young people.
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference and feel you have the skills to excel in this role, wed love to hear from you.
Please send your CV over to .
Our agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required.
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⭐ Highlight your QTS/QTLS qualification prominently as this is essential for the role
📊 Quantify your SEN experience: 'Supported 12 SEMH pupils, improving engagement by 65%'
🌐 Emphasise specific SEN conditions you've worked with (SEMH, ASD, ADHD) as mentioned in the advert
🎯 Showcase your behaviour management strategies and small group teaching experience
🤝 Demonstrate multidisciplinary teamwork and parent/agency collaboration skills
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- •Delivered differentiated SEN lessons to 8 SEMH pupils, achieving 78% improvement in engagement scores over one academic term
- •Implemented behaviour support strategies for 15 ASD and ADHD learners, reducing classroom incidents by 45% within 6 months
- •Collaborated with 12 external agencies and parents to develop bespoke learning plans, supporting 20 vulnerable pupils' transition back to mainstream education
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the SEN Teacher position at your Alternative Provision in Ipswich. With my QTS qualification and extensive experience supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD and ADHD needs, I am well-positioned to deliver the bespoke differentiated lessons your vulnerable learners require.
My background in working with small groups of SEN pupils has equipped me with strong behaviour management strategies and the resilience needed to help disengaged young people re-engage with learning. I have successfully collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, parents and external agencies to create inclusive learning environments.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you differentiate lessons for pupils with SEMH needs?
- ›What behaviour management strategies work best for ADHD pupils?
- ›How do you track and assess progress for SEN learners?
- ›Describe your experience with Alternative Provision settings
- ›How do you collaborate with external agencies and parents?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped a disengaged pupil re-engage with learning
- ›Describe a challenging behaviour situation and how you managed it
- ›How do you maintain resilience when working with vulnerable young people?
- ›Give an example of when you adapted your teaching approach for individual needs
- ›Tell me about a time you worked effectively within a multidisciplinary team
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you helped a disengaged pupil re-engage with learning
Describe a challenging behaviour situation and how you managed it