Job Description

Seeking Special Education Teacher in Christchurch!
Job Title: Special Education Teacher
Location: Christchurch
Salary: 31,650 - 49,084 Annually (MPS/UPS, depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
Start Date: January 2026 / Immediate
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs (SEN)? A fulfilling opportunity awaits you in Christchurch as GSL Education are seeking a committed and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join a supportive school environment.
About the Role:
As a Special Education Teacher, you will be instrumental in delivering tailored educational experiences that empower students with diverse learning needs. This role offers the chance to foster independence, confidence, and academic growth in a nurturing setting.
Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons to meet individual student needs.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and families.
• Monitor student progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to teaching.
• Additional training or qualifications in SEN are advantageous.

To work with GSL Education as a Special Education Teacher, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information or to register your interest in the "Special Education Teacher" role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

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