SEN Supply Primary Teacher – Denbighshire

Daily Rate: £172.98
Location: Denbighshire
Job Type: Supply / Temporary

We are looking for a passionate, patient and dedicated SEN Supply Primary Teacher to support primary schools across Denbighshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a QTS-qualified teacher with a genuine passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You may have experience working within mainstream primary schools, specialist settings, SEN provisions or resource bases, and be confident adapting your teaching to meet a wide range of individual needs.

Whether you’re looking for flexible supply work, a better work-life balance, or the opportunity to gain experience across different school settings, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As an SEN Supply Primary Teacher, you will work with pupils who may have a range of additional learning needs and will be responsible for creating a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.

You may support pupils with needs including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including pupils who may require structured routines, visual support and predictable learning environments.
• ADHD, supporting pupils with concentration, attention, organisation and emotional regulation.
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), adapting communication and classroom activities to support pupils’ understanding and expression.
• Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), including dyslexia and dyspraxia.
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and other cognitive or learning needs.
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, supporting pupils with emotional regulation, confidence, behaviour and engagement.
• Sensory and/or physical needs, making appropriate adaptations to the learning environment and activities.
• Pupils with complex or additional needs who may require a highly personalised approach to learning.

Key Responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• Plan and deliver differentiated and accessible lessons that meet individual pupils’ abilities and learning needs.
• Adapt teaching methods, resources and activities to ensure pupils can participate and make progress.
• Use visual timetables, now-and-next boards, task prompts and other appropriate strategies where required.
• Provide clear routines and consistent expectations to help pupils feel safe and secure.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, confidence and independence.
• Use positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation approaches where appropriate.
• Recognise individual triggers, communication preferences and support strategies.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, school leaders and other professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent support.
• Follow individual support plans, learning plans and behaviour strategies provided by the school.
• Monitor pupils’ engagement and progress and provide appropriate feedback.
• Encourage pupils to develop their social, emotional, communication and academic skills.
• Create an inclusive classroom where every pupil feels valued and supported.
• Maintain a strong focus on safeguarding, wellbeing and pupil safety.

What We’re Looking For

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) is essential for this role.

We’re looking for teachers who have:

• QTS – essential.
• A genuine passion for working with children with SEN.
• Experience working with pupils with additional learning needs is highly desirable.
• A patient, calm and empathetic approach.
• The ability to adapt teaching to different abilities and learning styles.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• An understanding of inclusive teaching practices.
• The ability to build trusting and positive relationships with pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible and resilient approach to different school environments.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s wellbeing.

Why Work With Us?

• £172.98 per day
• Flexible supply opportunities across Denbighshire.
• The opportunity to work in a variety of primary and specialist settings.
• Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with a wide range of SEN.
• Support from a dedicated education recruitment team.
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced SENCOs, teaching assistants and specialist staff.
• Flexible work that can fit around your availability and commitments.

Make a Difference

Working as an SEN Supply Primary Teacher can be incredibly rewarding. Every pupil has different strengths, needs and ways of learning, and your ability to adapt, encourage and build positive relationships can make a real difference to their school experience.

If you’re a QTS-qualified teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and supporting children with SEN, and you’re looking for flexible supply work in Denbighshire, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make a positive difference to pupils’ learning, confidence and development.