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Join Our Dedicated Team as a SEN Teacher (Literacy Lead)

Location: Havant

Setting: Specialist SEMH School for Boys (Ages 11–16)

Salary Scale: £31,650 to £49,084 annually

Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate and experienced primary-trained teacher ready to make a difference in the lives of secondary-aged students?

GSL Education are looking for a SEN Teacher (Literacy Lead) who can inspire and empower young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs in a trauma-informed environment.

 A specialist SEMH school supporting boys aged 11–16, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work in a therapeutic, structured, and purpose-driven setting.

As our SEN Teacher, you will:

Lead and develop the school’s literacy strategy
Teach English across a wide range of academic levels
Work closely with students with SEMH needs to help them overcome barriers to learning
Support colleagues in delivering high-quality education in a therapeutic setting
Make a real impact on students’ confidence, communication, and future success
What we are looking for:

Primary-trained teachers with strong literacy and English delivery skills are encouraged to apply
Secondary-trained teachers with QTS are also welcome
SEN experience is desirable, but not essential – willingness to learn is key
Is flexible and willing to teach across the school when needed
Uses trauma-informed and therapeutic teaching approaches
Remains adaptable, organised, and calm under pressure
What we offer 

Access to CPD and opportunities to lead innovation in literacy and SEN

A supportive, structured setting rooted in therapeutic and attachment-informed approaches
Be part of a pioneering team shaping best practice in SEMH education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

 Please be advised that this SEN Teacher role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more details or to apply, please contact (url removed) at GSL Education. To apply for the role of a SEN Teacher, please follow the application link or visit to submit your application online