SEN Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate are excited to be recruiting a SEN Instructor for one of our clients at an FE college, offering a fixed-term, term-time-only contract to cover maternity leave at their Huntingdon campus.

Who This Job is Perfect For:

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about working with young people with special educational needs and wants to contribute to their growth and independence. If you're a proactive, flexible, and collaborative individual with a positive outlook and a can-do attitude, this could be the role for you.

Job Title: SEN Lecturer

Location: Peterborough

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 1 year (Jan 2026)

Salary: 21,000- 24,000

About the role:

In this role, you will be working with students who have Severe and Moderate Learning Difficulties (SLD), helping them develop essential life skills, employability skills, and personal development. You will play a key part in ensuring our students are fully prepared for the next steps in their lives, whether that be further education, employment, or independent living.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and support students with SLD, providing tailored learning to help them develop skills for adulthood.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that empowers students to thrive.
• Develop employability and life skills across all levels, helping students gain the confidence to achieve their personal goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure a high standard of learning and support.
• Provide one-on-one and group support to ensure students receive the help they need to succeed.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience in SEN: Applicants should have demonstrable experience working with students with Special Educational Needs, particularly those with Severe and Moderate Learning Difficulties.
• Qualifications: A minimum of Level 2 English and Maths is required. A teaching qualification of at least Level 3 is essential for this role.
• Personal Attributes: A positive outlook, a proactive, "can-do" approach, and the ability to adapt and be flexible at short notice.
• Teamwork and Problem-Solving: A strong sense of teamwork, the ability to think creatively to solve challenges, and the ability to support and encourage both students and colleagues.
• Additional Training: The successful candidate will be required to complete additional training in epilepsy management, including administering emergency medication.

Additional Information:

Teaching with Dovetail and Slate offers a rewarding experience where you can make a real difference in the lives of students. You'll have the opportunity to work flexibly with competitive hourly rates paid via PAYE/Umbrella arrangements.

Are you ready to join the team and start your journey in teaching or assessing?

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