Specialist Teaching Assistant
We are currently recruiting for a dedicated, enthusiastic and experienced Specialist Teaching Assistant to work within a school setting, supporting pupils with a range of Special E...
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Posted on: 5 Nov 2026
Location: Lancaster
Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
Contract: Full Time, initially until Christmas, with scope to extend
Spencer Clarke Group are recruiting a passionate, experienced and dedicated SEND Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Lancaster.
We are looking for a qualified teacher with essential previous SEND experience, who is confident supporting pupils with additional needs and creating an engaging, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Candidates with either Primary or Secondary QTS will be considered, provided they have relevant experience working within SEND settings.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an adaptable and resilient teacher who is passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning, develop their confidence and achieve their full potential.
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual needs.
Teach and support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and complex learning needs.
Adapt teaching strategies and resources to meet varying abilities and learning styles.
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
Create a safe, structured and nurturing classroom environment.
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, support staff and other professionals.
Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual learning plans.
Encourage independence, confidence and positive participation in school life.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Primary or Secondary.
Previous SEND teaching experience is essential.
Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and complex needs.
Confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation.
Patient, resilient, adaptable and able to respond to individual pupil needs.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Competitive rates of pay.
Full-time, consistent work.
Initial placement until Christmas, with potential for extension.
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Opportunities for longer-term and permanent employment.
Access to a range of specialist SEND schools and provisions.
A straightforward registration and compliance process.
If you are a qualified teacher with previous SEND experience and are available to start ASAP, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today or contact Spencer Clarke Group to discuss the opportunity further.
We welcome applications from experienced SEND Teachers with either Primary or Secondary QTS.