SEND Functional Skills Teacher - QTS
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £36,000 to £36,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TQ12 2AD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 3 Oct 2026 |
Summary
We are pleased to be recruiting for a SEND Functional Skills Teacher to join an outstanding specialist education setting in Newton Abbot, Devon.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher with QTS who has a background in Maths, English or Functional Skills and is passionate about providing personalised, engaging education for young people with additional needs.
You'll be joining a supportive specialist team where education extends well beyond traditional classroom learning. Alongside Functional Skills Maths and English, pupils are supported to develop life skills, independence and preparation for adulthood, making this a varied and genuinely rewarding teaching role.
About the Role
- Deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths and English from Entry Level through to Level 2
- Plan and deliver lessons tailored to individual abilities, interests and learning goals
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with SEND, autism, learning difficulties and additional needs
- Support pupils with both academic development and practical life skills
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and create a safe, encouraging learning environment
- Monitor progress and contribute to individual learning plans and reviews
- Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and the wider specialist education team
- Encourage independence, confidence and preparation for future education, employment and adulthood
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for an enthusiastic and committed QTS-qualified Teacher with experience in Maths, English, Functional Skills or a related subject.
Experience within SEND, specialist education, Alternative Provision or similar settings would be highly desirable, although teachers from mainstream backgrounds with a genuine interest in specialist education are also encouraged to apply.
You'll be someone who is:
- QTS qualified
- Patient, enthusiastic and adaptable
- Confident differentiating learning to meet individual needs
- Experienced or confident supporting pupils with additional needs
- Passionate about personalised and practical education
- Able to build strong, positive relationships with young people
- A strong communicator and collaborative team player
What's on Offer?
- £28,000-£36,000 per year, depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time position
- Opportunities across Maths, English and Functional Skills
- Supportive and highly regarded specialist education setting
- Personalised learning and preparation-for-adulthood programmes
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent location in Newton Abbot, Devon
- Supportive and experienced education team
- A varied role where no two days are the same
Apply Today
If you're a QTS-qualified Teacher with a background in Maths, English, Functional Skills or SEND and are looking for a permanent opportunity within a specialist education setting in Newton Abbot, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV today for a confidential conversation about the role.
Luma Education Recruitment specialises in recruiting teachers, tutors and support staff for SEND schools, specialist colleges and Alternative Provision settings across the UK.
All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.