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SEN Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 19 November 2025
Salary: £160 to £240 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 December 2025
Location: Canterbury, Southern, ct1
Company: Rikama Education
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 58524385

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Summary

SEN Teacher - Canterbury, Kent

Contract: Maternity Cover (Starting November 2025)
Pay: MPS / UPS - £160 to £240 per day (dependent on experience)
Location: Canterbury, Kent

Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teacher looking for your next rewarding opportunity in the heart of Kent?
Rikama Education are working in partnership with a highly regarded SEN school in Canterbury to recruit a dedicated and nurturing teacher to join their team on a maternity cover contract beginning November 2025.

This school offers a warm, inclusive, and well-resourced environment for pupils with a range of additional needs. With supportive leadership and a strong team ethos, it's a fantastic setting for teachers who are committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to students with SEND or SEMH needs.

Teach across a range of subjects, with specialise in Art or Maths particularly welcome.

Adapt existing lesson plans to suit individual learners and maintain a dynamic, pupil-focused classroom.

Make effective use of both classroom and outdoor learning spaces to enhance engagement and development.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

Proven experience teaching students with special educational needs.

A solid understanding of KS3 and KS4 curricula.

A creative, nurturing, and adaptable teaching approach.

A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting young people.

The ability to commute to Canterbury or the surrounding area.

Why Work with Rikama Education?

A specialist education consultancy with extensive experience supporting schools across Kent.

A dedicated consultant to guide you through registration, compliance, and placement.

Full support with CV writing, applications, and interview preparation.

Transparent communication and a commitment to matching you with the right role.

Competitive pay and a simple, reliable weekly payroll system.

If you're an experienced SEN Teacher ready to make a difference in a supportive and forward-thinking school, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Rikama Education today on 02038001029
Email: Taariqkanani@rikameducation.com

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