Permanent Secondary SEN Teacher – Burnley, Lancashire


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£39,520 to £39,520 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	BB11 9SA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	24 Nov 2026

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Summary

Permanent Secondary SEN Teacher - Burnley, Lancashire

Location: Burnley, Lancashire (BB10)

Pay: £28,000 - £39,520 per year

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, term time only

Contract: Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Permanent Secondary SEN Teacher role teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 at an independent special school in Burnley, Lancashire, paying £28,000 - £39,520 per year. Pupils have complex needs, including social, emotional and mental health needs, and are taught in small groups. Please note the school sets its own salary scale rather than following the national teacher pay scale.

The School

A special school for pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs, opened in Burnley in September 2026 and run independently with small classes.

Key Responsibilities

- Planning and teaching adapted KS3 and KS4 lessons

- Promoting positive behaviour in line with pupil support plans

- Developing trusting relationships with pupils

- Leading classroom support staff in lessons

- Reporting progress to school leaders and families

- Taking part in break duties, trips and extracurricular activities

Who We're Looking For

- QTS

- Secondary teaching experience at KS3 and/or KS4

- Experience with pupils with SEMH needs

- Effective behaviour management

You'll be a patient, steady teacher looking for a permanent post in a small special school.

Why Work with Luma?

- Your own dedicated consultant - personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.

- Market-leading pay rates - competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.

- Long-term security - access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.

- Invest in your future - access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.

- Reliable weekly payments - prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.

- Outstanding opportunities - access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.

Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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