Early Career Teacher - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Preston

Tradewind Recruitment • Temporary • Preston, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom • £174 - £270 / day • 3h ago

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Settings (Preston)

Job Overview

Position: Early Career Teacher (ECT) - SEN Specialist Roles
Agency Partner: Tradewind Recruitment
Locations: Specialist SEN Schools, Special Educational Needs Provisions, and Alternative Provision Settings across Preston and surrounding Lancashire areas
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term, and Permanent Opportunities Available
Salary: £174.71 - £270.95 per day

About the Role

Are you a passionate and resilient Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to launch your teaching career in a rewarding specialist environment?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with an extensive network of Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings across Preston and the surrounding region. We are actively sourcing enthusiastic ECTs who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with diverse learning needs, including:

Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC / ASD)
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Whether you are seeking your first formal induction post or looking to build hands-on experience through long-term placements across local Preston provisions, our dedicated SEN division will match you with the right supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, adapt, and deliver engaging lessons tailored to students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and independence.
Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, including Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), Occupational Therapists (OT), and dedicated SEN Support Assistants.
Monitor student progress, manage individual learning targets, and track development effectively to meet your ECT induction standards.
Utilise positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support student well-being.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications: Hold UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or be on track to graduate as an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
Passion: A genuine commitment to special education and inclusion, with a patient and empathetic approach.
Resilience: Strong emotional resilience, adaptability, and a proactive attitude toward professional growth.
Compliance: Enhanced Child Workforce DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to process one through Tradewind).

Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment?

Dedicated SEN Consultants: Specialist support from experienced education recruiters who understand the local Preston and Lancashire education sector.
Free Career Development: Unlimited access to award-winning CPD courses through The National College, including specialised SEN communication strategies and safeguarding.
Complimentary Training: Access to specialised programmes such as TeamTeach training to enhance your behaviour management toolkit.
Exclusive School Partnerships: Direct links to top-performing specialist provisions, MATs, and local authority SEN schools across Preston.

How to Apply

Ready to kick-start your teaching career in a specialised setting? Click "Apply Now" to submit your up-to-date CV, or contact Christina Grindy on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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