Are you an experienced SEN Teacher in Derby looking for a rewarding new role? Zest Education is recruiting for a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Special Needs Teacher to join a brand-new Resource Base Provision at a welcoming primary school in Derby.
This exciting full time SEN teaching opportunity is ideal for a teacher who understands the needs of non-verbal and pre-verbal learners and is looking to make a genuine difference in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
You will lead a small, specialist class of 11 pupils (9 EYFS and 2 Year 1) who are non-verbal or pre-verbal. The provision is purpose-built to support children with complex communication needs, helping them to thrive through tailored, sensory-based, and structured learning experiences.
Plan and deliver personalised learning for pupils with additional and complex needs.
Support and encourage communication using PECS, Makaton, visual aids, and alternative communication methods.
Create a calm, safe, and engaging classroom environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and independence.
Work collaboratively with a team of teaching assistants, therapists, and SEN specialists.
Track pupil progress and adapt learning to meet individual targets.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Experience teaching pupils with SEN, communication, or developmental needs.
Understanding of non-verbal / pre-verbal communication and sensory-based learning.
Patience, creativity, and a caring approach to education.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Be part of a new, purpose-built resource base supporting young children with SEN in Derby.
Excellent support from a passionate senior leadership team.
Opportunities for ongoing CPD and SEN training.
Rewarding environment where every day makes a real difference.
Competitive pay and consistent support from Zest Education.
If you’re a SEN Teacher with a strong understanding of non-verbal communication and a passion for Early Years education, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now to start your new SEN teaching role in Derby and help shape this exciting new provision for children with special educational needs.
Apply today to join this rewarding role and help shape the future of this innovative new provision in Derby.
If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Jo at Joanne@zesteducatio.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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