SEND Teacher - Complex Needs

SEND Teacher - Complex Needs (Specialist Provision)

Location: North Somerset
Salary: £150 – £300 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)
Start Date: Flexible – Ongoing Supply Opportunities

About the Role

Connex Education is seeking enthusiastic, resilient and committed SEND Teachers for a number of specialist school settings in North Somerset to support children and young people with complex needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for teachers who is looking for a new challenge and want to make a genuine, lasting difference to pupils who require a highly personalised approach to learning.

These settings include all-age specialist provisions who support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and complex needs. Many pupils also have diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD and attachment-related difficulties, and may present with high anxiety or additional behavioural needs.

We are recruiting for flexible supply, short-term and long-term teaching opportunities, offering variety and the chance to work in a highly supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities
When in a long term post:

Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
Develop and implement personalised learning programmes in line with EHCP targets
Track, assess, and report on pupil progress effectively
Support pupils with non-verbal or pre-verbal communication needs
Create a structured, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
Use positive and consistent behaviour support strategies
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and wider school teams
Support pupils with high anxiety and complex behavioural needs
Encourage pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally
What We’re Looking For

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) required
Experience working with pupils with SEND, SLD, ASC, ADHD, or attachment needs
Ability to deliver engaging and motivating lessons
Experience with personalised learning and progress tracking
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A calm, resilient, and adaptable approach
Passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply through Connex Education
Right to work in the UK
Why Join Connex Education?

Competitive daily pay rates
Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
Free access to our Classroom Teacher and SEND Toolkits for professional development
Career progression opportunities through our professional development pathways
Wellbeing support and refresher training for modern educational settings
A dedicated SEND specialist consultant to support your career journey
Flexible supply opportunities to suit your availability
Apply Today

If you are a passionate SEND Teacher looking to work in a rewarding specialist environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Charlotte Richardson on (phone number removed) or email .

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed