SEN Class Teacher – Maternity Cover, Flintshire

  • Location: Flintshire
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £172.98 per day
  • Start date: 23/11/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions are currently recruiting for a Class Teacher to join a fantastic Primary SEN school on a maternity cover basis.

This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, caring and resilient teacher to join a supportive SEN setting working with primary-aged pupils with a range of complex needs.

The school supports children with profound and multiple, severe and moderate learning difficulties, with almost half of pupils also having a diagnosis of autism.

The Role

As the Class Teacher, you will:

  • Lead and manage a designated class, working closely with classroom support staff.
  • Plan and deliver engaging, personalised learning based around individual pupil needs.
  • Monitor and assess pupil progress and maintain accurate records.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and other specialist professionals.
  • Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
  • Support pupils to develop their confidence, independence and life skills.

About You

We are looking for a teacher who is:

  • Passionate about working with children with SEND.
  • Caring, patient and resilient.
  • Positive, flexible and adaptable.
  • Confident working as part of a wider team.
  • Committed to helping every pupil achieve their potential.
  • Open to developing their SEN knowledge and experience.

ECTs are welcome to apply, particularly those looking to develop a career within special education. The school offers a supportive environment and training for teachers looking to specialise in SEN.

Why work with New Directions?

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Opportunities for ongoing work
  • Access to a range of schools and settings
  • Support throughout your placement

If you’re a passionate Primary Teacher looking for a maternity cover opportunity within a supportive SEN setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact New Directions for more information.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
  • We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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