Connex - Sheffield
SEND English Teacher
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £150 – £260 per day – ECT’s Welcome (depending on role, experience, and responsibilities)
Start Date: September 2026
About the Role
Connex Education is currently recruiting passionate and dedicated English Specilait for KS4 in an AP working with on a full and part time basis
The school are committed to creating a safe, caring environment where every student is valued and given the opportunity to thrive. As an English Teacher, you will deliver a meaningful curriculum that builds students’ confidence, resilience, and love of learning, while embodying the values of Achievement, Self-Worth, Positive Regard, Inclusion, Relationships, and Empathy. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives, preparing them for both the world of work and wider society.
Whether you are an experienced SEND teacher or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into specialist education, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact within supportive and rewarding school environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs
- Support pupils SEMH needs to achieve both academically and personally
- Create a positive, structured and nurturing classroom environment
- Use creative and adaptable teaching strategies to support engagement and progress
- Manage behaviour positively and consistently in line with school policies
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, pastoral teams and parents/carers
- Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing feedback and adapting support where required
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) preferred, although relevant SEND teaching experience will also be considered
- Experience working with pupils with SEND, SEMH, ASD or additional learning needs
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- A calm, resilient and adaptable approach
- Passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education
- Right to work in the UK
Why Join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
- Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability and lifestyle
- Long-term and permanent progression opportunities
- Free access to our Classroom Teacher & SEND Toolkits and CPD training courses
- Wellbeing support and refresher training for modern classroom environments
- Ongoing support from a dedicated & SEND specialist Connex Education consultant
Apply Today
If you are interested in SEND and SEMH teaching opportunities across Rotherham, apply today to speak with our specialist education team.
For more information, contact Frances on 0114 553 1980 or email [email protected].
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment.
Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.