SEND Teacher

Location: Chesterfield
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 311026819
Salary: £160 - £220/day + PAYE
Job Published: 19 March 2026

SEND Teacher – Maths, English, Science (General Cover)

📍 Location: Chesterfield
📅 Contract: Full-time or Part-time, flexible options available
💷 Pay: Dependent on experience, paid weekly via PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
🚀 Start Date: ASAP

The kind of teacher who can bring calm to the classroom and confidence to every learner?

We’re working with a fantastic partner school in Chesterfield looking for a compassionate and adaptable SEND Teacher to join their team.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys inclusive teaching and making learning accessible for every pupil. You’ll be supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping them build confidence, develop key skills, and experience those all-important “lightbulb moments”.

Whether your experience is in autism support, SEMH, or complex needs, this role gives you the chance to teach in a way that’s creative, flexible, and truly impactful.

What your day might look like

Every day is different, but you’ll be:

✔ Teaching pupils with a range of special educational needs across Maths, English, and Science
✔ Creating engaging, personalised learning experiences that meet individual needs
✔ Working closely with support staff, therapists, and families to support pupil progress
✔ Bringing patience, positivity, and structure to the classroom
✔ Helping pupils build confidence, independence, and a love of learning

What we’re looking for

The right teacher will bring both skill and heart to the role.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
✔ Experience in SEND, specialist schools, or alternative provision
✔ A flexible, calm, and resilient approach to teaching
✔ Strong communication and teamwork skills
✔ A genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to learning

What you’ll get from Protocol Education

We’ll support you just as much as the school does.

Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
Free access to our CPD Academy to keep building your skills
✔ A dedicated consultant who understands SEND settings
✔ Opportunities across Chesterfield and surrounding areas
Referral rewards when you recommend great educators

At Protocol Education, we’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will go through our thorough vetting process, including enhanced DBS checks and reference verification in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.

📩 Apply today or drop me a message at Victoria.imisson@protocol-education.com if you’d like a friendly chat about the role.

Because the right teacher doesn’t just deliver lessons, they help pupils believe in what they can achieve.