SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher Job – KS2 Resource Base | Full-Time | Birmingham Location: Northfield, Birmingham Job Title: SEN Teacher – KS2 Resource Base Contract: Full-Time Start Date: September 2026 Duration: Until at least October Half Term, with the potential for extension Salary: Paid to scale Experienced SEN Teacher Required for KS2 Resource Base Zest Education is seeking an experienced and dedicated SEN Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Birmingham from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well-established Key Stage 2 Resource Base, supporting a small group of pupils with additional needs in a nurturing and structured environment. The role is full-time and will run until at least October half term, with the possibility of continuing beyond this date for the right candidate. About the Role The successful teacher will be responsible for delivering tailored learning experiences to a class of 12 pupils within the school's Resource Base. You will work alongside two permanent Teaching Assistants, who provide consistent support and have a strong understanding of the pupils' individual needs. This collaborative approach allows staff to create a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Key responsibilities will include: * Planning and delivering differentiated lessons to meet individual needs * Supporting pupils with a range of additional learning requirements * Working closely with support staff, parents and external agencies * Monitoring progress and adapting learning accordingly * Promoting pupil confidence, independence and wellbeing * Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment About the School The school is a well-regarded primary setting with a strong reputation for inclusive education and pupil support. Staff are committed to ensuring every child receives the opportunities and encouragement they need to succeed. The Resource Base is a valued part of the school community, providing specialist support in a welcoming and structured environment. Leaders are passionate about creating positive outcomes for pupils and work closely with staff to ensure high standards of care and education. The school offers a supportive atmosphere, experienced colleagues and a collaborative approach that enables both pupils and staff to flourish. The Ideal Candidate The school is looking for a teacher who is passionate about SEND and committed to helping children reach their full potential. The successful candidate will: * Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * Have previous experience teaching pupils with SEND * Have experience working within a specialist provision, Resource Base or similar setting * Be compassionate, patient and understanding * Demonstrate strong behaviour management and communication skills * Be committed to delivering high-quality, personalised learning * Work effectively as part of a wider team * Be dedicated to improving outcomes for children with additional needs Why Apply? * Full-time SEN teaching opportunity * Small class size of just 12 pupils * Support from two experienced Teaching Assistants * Well-established KS2 Resource Base * Supportive leadership and collaborative staff team * Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils with additional needs * Potential for the role to continue beyond October half term Apply Today If you are an experienced SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding KS2 Resource Base teaching role in Birmingham, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school, work with a dedicated team and positively impact the lives of children with additional needs. Contact Zest Education today to find out more about this exciting SEN Teacher vacancy. Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work. Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years. The role advertised is for temporary supply work. We receive new jobs and positions on a daily basis so keep up to date with us on our social media pages too