Job Description

SEN Teachers Wanted - Make a Difference from Day One!

At Tradewind Recruitment, we know that teaching in SEN settings is more than a job - it's a calling. Our team works closely with compassionate, skilled SEN Teachers who thrive when supporting pupils with complex needs and we're proud to connect them with schools where they can genuinely transform lives.

Whether you're seeking flexibility, long-term security, or the chance to explore different settings, we're here to help you find the right fit - with care, honesty and support every step of the way.

The Opportunity

We're looking for SEN Teachers with experience across EYFS to KS5, who can confidently support pupils with a range of additional needs. Our partner schools and provisions support children and young people with:

  • Autism (ASC)
  • Social, emotional & mental health (SEMH)
  • Severe or profound & multiple learning difficulties (SLD & PMLD)
  • Sensory processing needs (SPD)
  • Medical or physical disabilities
  • Complex communication or behavioural barriers
  • Moderate to severe cognitive delay

You'll be working with schools that specialise in nurturing pupils who need tailored approaches, smaller class sizes, hands-on learning and educators who lead with patience, adaptability and creativity.

Fresh roles come in daily, so flexibility, passion and range are highly valued.

What's On Offer

  • Flexible supply that fits around your life Full-time, part-time, short-term and long-term options
  • Pathways into permanent roles
  • Local schools and provisions in Bristol
  • £140+ per day, rising to Teacher Pay Scale (PAYE)
  • Specialist consultants who take the time to match your skills, values and availability to the right schools

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

  • A qualified teacher (QTS) - or unqualified with strong SEN teaching experience
  • Confident working with pupils who have complex and significant barriers to learning
  • Calm, empathetic, and adaptable in a variety of settings
  • Able to differentiate and personalise learning to meet individual needs
  • Ready to start immediately or very soon

Experience in SEN is a clear advantage - but the right mindset, compassion and resilience are essential.

Why Join Tradewind?

At Tradewind, we take pride in looking after our educators properly:

  • Your income matters: We secure the best rate for your skills
  • Your development matters: Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses via The National College
  • Your flexibility matters: Daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent roles - all local to you
  • Your wellbeing matters: People come first - we're a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer four years running
  • Your values matter: We're an Equal Opportunities Employer that champions diversity and inclusion

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for meaningful work, flexibility, and the chance to support learners who need specialist teaching and genuine care - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and let us match you to a school in Bristol where your work truly matters.