SEN English Teacher - Horsham
| Posting date: | 05 January 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Horsham, West Sussex, BN1 1GE |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4758371_1767632196 |
Summary
SEN English Teacher | Horsham | Pay to Scale | Full-Time | Permanent
A vibrant, compassionate school community is looking for an SEN English Teacher to start as soon as possible. If you thrive on creativity, patience, and the joy of helping students discover their voice, this role could be a brilliant fit.
✨ About the Role
- Teach English to students with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties.
- Adapt lessons to meet individual learning profiles, ensuring accessibility and engagement for every student.
- Work closely with the SENCO, support staff, and families to create a nurturing, structured environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally.
- Use creative approaches, literature, storytelling, drama, multimedia, to build confidence and communication skills.
- Track progress, set personalised targets, and celebrate every milestone, big or small.
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience working with SEN learners, either in a mainstream or specialist setting.
- Strong understanding of differentiated teaching and inclusive practice.
- Excellent communication skills and a calm, empathetic approach.
- A passion for English and a belief in its power to open doors for all learners.
What the School Offers
- A supportive, collaborative team that values wellbeing and professional growth.
- Ongoing CPD opportunities in SEN, literacy intervention, and trauma-informed practice.
- Small class sizes and dedicated support staff.
- A warm, inclusive school culture where creativity and individuality are celebrated.
What you need to do now
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