SEN Teacher - School

Location: St Elizabeth’s School, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
(Just 10 minutes from Bishop’s Stortford and Harlow)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
 
About St Elizabeth’s

Set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, St Elizabeth’s Centre is a national charity supporting children, young people, and adults with complex needs. Our Specialist School offers a unique and bespoke learning environment for children and young people aged 5–16 with a wide range of learning difficulties, disabilities, and health conditions, including epilepsy and autism. It’s a calm, structured, and aspirational environment where meaningful learning takes place every day.
 
We are proud to be a values-led organisation — aspirational, collaborative, joyful, and compassionate — and we’re looking for a talented teacher who shares our commitment to helping young people live life to the full.
 
About the Role
 
This is not a conventional teaching role. This is a position where you will change lives, build deep connections, and be inspired daily by the courage and potential of your students.
 
At St Elizabeth’s, we are looking for a Teacher who is committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people between ages 5 – 16. This is more than a teaching role, it’s a chance to be part of a nurturing team where every moment is about empowering students to thrive in their own unique way.
 
With classes supporting up to 8 students, you will be able to foster a learning environment where every child feels valued, respected, and understood with the support of a wider multi-disciplinary team of Teaching Assistants, Therapists and Nurses all based on-site here at St Elizabeth’s.
 
What you’ll do:

Plan and deliver creative, adapted lessons tailored to individual EHCPs
Work closely with Learning Support Assistants and therapy teams to provide holistic support
Use a variety of communication methods, including Makaton, PECS, and AAC
Track, assess, and report on progress toward academic, personal, and vocational goals
Celebrate every achievement — no matter how big or small!
 
About You
 
You’re a committed educator with a flexible and person-centred approach. You understand that success for our learners looks different, and you celebrate every step of the journey.

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience working with learners with special educational needs
Ability to adapt teaching for learners with complex profiles
Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills
Passion for inclusive education and holistic child development
 
Why Join St Elizabeth’s?

A supportive and inclusive team culture
Structured induction, training, and CPD tailored to SEN
Enhanced DBS paid for by us
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Free on-site parking and countryside setting
Access to the wellbeing platform, discounts, and staff benefits
Recommend a Friend bonus scheme
 
How to Apply
 
Apply now by submitting a completed application form and CV. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
 
Please note: Due to our rural location, access to personal transport is essential.
 
Safeguarding & Inclusion
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post involves regulated activity.
 
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact us during the recruitment process.
 
If you believe that every child deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated, we’d love to hear from you.
 
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