Teacher – SEN Unit | Stockton-on-Tees | Full Time | September 2026 Start 🍎
Smile Education is recruiting for a passionate and dedicated Teacher to join a welcoming primary setting in Stockton-on-Tees from September 2026. This is a full-time, temporary one-year position working within a specialist SEN provision supporting primary-aged pupils with Communication & Interaction and Cognition & Learning needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners who are committed to inclusive education and making a positive difference in children’s lives.
Pay: £140 – £200 per day, depending on experience.
The role will involve:
- Teaching a class of primary-aged pupils with complex SEND needs
- Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
- Working closely with experienced teaching assistants and specialist staff
- Supporting pupils’ communication, confidence, independence, and academic progress
- Creating a calm, safe, and positive learning environment where every child can thrive
We are looking for someone who:- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has experience working with children with SEND or a strong interest in inclusive practice
- Demonstrates patience, resilience, empathy, and strong classroom management
- Has high expectations and believes every child can achieve their potential
What Smile Education offers: ✨
- Competitive daily rates of £140 – £200 per day
- Full-time work across 39 working weeks
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to high-quality CPD and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team environment
- £200 referral bonus for teachers and £100 for teaching assistants
If you are looking for a rewarding SEN teaching opportunity in Stockton-on-Tees and would like to make a real impact, Smile Education would love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, please reply to this email or contact nomvula@smile-education.co.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
