KS2 SEN Teacher at Esland Shropshire School

14 Days Remaining

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/ESS/00066

Location

The Old Navy Building, Station Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 6SU

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£41,137.00 - £44,786.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 29th May, 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

Salary: £41,137 to £44,786 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Location: Ditton Priors, near Bridgnorth

Are you a qualified and passionate KS2 teacher with experience in SEND? Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference and enjoy a better work/life balance?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Esland Shropshire School is seeking an outstanding SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing, specialist provision supporting vulnerable young people aged 8 to 18 years who have SEND and SEMH needs.

Esland is committed to changing children’s lives for the better, offering nurturing and inclusive environments where every child can thrive. Using our “Turning the Curve” model, we support our pupils to overcome barriers to learning and build towards a positive new chapter.

The role:

As a SEN Teacher, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, engaging lessons tailored to individual needs. You will:

Plan and deliver lessons across core subjects (English, Maths, Science)
Support pupils’ academic and personal development through Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
Contribute to EHCP reviews and PEP meetings
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Work closely with colleagues, families, and external agencies
Promote safeguarding and wellbeing at all times

Whilst this job description gives a reasonable overview of the post, it is not exhaustive, and the post holder will be expected to behave in a flexible manner and take on any other duties that may be reasonably delegated from time to time.

What we can offer a SEN Teacher:

A competitive salary between £41,137 to £44,786 (DOE), reviewed annually
Enrolment into the Esland education pension scheme, which is double matched up to 20%, meaning at total pension contribution of up to 30%
Company sick pay
Life insurance to the value of 4 times your basic salary
Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role
Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 100 colleagues last year
Cycle to work scheme
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including our Online GP 24/7, 365 days a year
Access to our Green Hybrid and EV car scheme
A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme
Monthly recognition awards
Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together
The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!

Requirements for a SEN Teacher:

Essential:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
Experience teaching KS2 and across a range of subjects
Strong understanding of SEND, particularly SEMH
Knowledge of assessment frameworks and progress tracking
Excellent behaviour management and inclusive teaching strategies
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Desirable:

A degree or qualification in psychology
A higher degree or equivalent

Personal Qualities:

A positive role model with high expectations
Approachable, caring, and resilient
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Committed to continuous professional development
Passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives

Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices.

All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching career and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, apply today!

Contact Details

Siobhan Shingler
siobhanshingler@esland.co.uk

Esland Shropshire School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

The Esland Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and disclosures with the relevant body at an enhanced level DBS. We are an equal opportunities employer. Have you had ANY allegations against you in previous employment, volunteering or other capacity (excluding criminal convictions)?
Have you had ANY disciplinary investigations and/or action against you in previous employment, volunteering or other capacity (excluding criminal convictions)?
All care and education roles at Esland are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, and you will be asked to disclose both spent and unspent convictions as a result of this during the selection process. Do you have/or have you ever had any criminal conviction(s), caution(s), warning(s) and/or reprimand(s)?