Job Description

SEND Teacher (Science Specialist)

Location: BarnsleyContract: Permanent | 2 days per week (flexible days)Hours: 16 hours weeklySpecialism: Science (Functional Skills & GCSE)Experience: SEND & SEMH essential

Reed Education are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist independent SEMH provision in Barnsley to recruit a passionate and dedicated Teacher with a Science specialism.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher seeking part-time, stable employment, ideal for someone currently working on supply who would welcome two guaranteed days per week while keeping flexibility on other days.

About the School

This specialist provision is a small, nurturing, therapeutic school community that supports pupils aged 7–17 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. It provides a calm, purposeful learning environment, prioritising positive relationships, trauma-informed practice, and individualised learning pathways.

The setting offers a broad, tailored curriculum, including GCSEs, Functional Skills, ASDAN, and a strong focus on life skills and independence for young people who may have experienced disrupted education.

With small class sizes and a high staff-to-pupil ratio, teachers have the time and space to deliver highly personalised learning and make a powerful impact.  

The Role

We are seeking a skilled SEND Teacher with a Science specialism to deliver:

• Functional Skills Science
• GCSE Science
• Tailored curriculum adaptations for pupils with SEND and SEMH
• Engaging, accessible learning for students with complex needs

You will work closely within a multi-disciplinary, therapeutic-led team that prioritises safety, emotional wellbeing, and meaningful academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated Science lessons to KS3/KS4 learners
• Adapt teaching for pupils with SEMH and a range of SEND needs
• Create a safe, structured, relational classroom environment
• Work closely with support staff and therapeutic colleagues
• Contribute to holistic development: academic, emotional, functional and social
• Support behaviour through consistent, trauma-informed approaches

We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) – Essential
• Strong Science subject knowledge (Functional Skills & GCSE)
• SEND and SEMH teaching experience is essential
• Ability to build trust and positive relationships
• Adaptability, resilience and creativity
• Commitment to enabling young people to thrive academically and personally

What’s on Offer

• Permanent, part-time contract (2 days of your choice)
• Perfect for teachers balancing supply, portfolio careers or returning to the profession
• Supportive, specialist SEMH environment
• Chance to make a significant impact in a small, therapeutic school setting

Safeguarding

Reed Education and the partner school are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.All roles require an Enhanced DBS and full adherence to safer recruitment procedures. xbpsjku

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