What does a SEN Secondary Teacher do?
SEN secondary teachers work across secondary schools, alternative provisions and specialist post-16 settings with students who have a range of educational needs. The combination of secondary subject knowledge and SEND expertise makes this one of the most sought-after supply roles in education.
Register with Humly and choose secondary SEND roles across mainstream and specialist schools. Your subject specialism and SEND experience make you highly valuable — Humly connects you directly with schools that need exactly what you offer.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver differentiated subject-specific lessons for students with SEND
- Work with EHCPs to support individual learning targets
- Adapt teaching strategies for diverse needs
- Collaborate with SENCOs, therapists and support staff
- Prepare students for assessments and examinations where appropriate
- Follow safeguarding and SEND policies
Qualifications & requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with secondary subject specialism
- SEND experience in a secondary or post-16 setting
- Enhanced DBS check
- Two professional references
- Knowledge of EHCPs and secondary SEND frameworks
- Right to work in the UK
Pay rates
Pay rates vary depending on your location, qualifications and experience. Register with Humly to see the rates available for your role and area.
How to get started
Create your profile
Sign up and tell us about your experience, qualifications and preferences.
Download the app
Browse jobs, set your availability and manage bookings from your phone.
Complete compliance
Our team guides you through DBS, references and safeguarding checks.
Start working
Browse sen secondary teacher roles and book the ones that fit your schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What is different about SEN secondary teaching compared to primary SEN?+
SEN secondary teachers work with older pupils (11–18) and are often expected to bring subject knowledge as well as SEND expertise. The curriculum demands are greater and behaviour management in secondary SEND settings can be more complex.
Are there long-term SEN secondary placements available?+
Yes — many secondary schools with SEND provisions look for long-term supply cover rather than day-to-day. Humly can connect you with both short-term day supply and longer-term placements.
Which subjects are most in demand for SEN secondary teachers?+
Maths, English and Science SEN specialists are in particularly high demand. SEMH and autism-specialist teachers are also consistently sought across secondary settings.
Do I need experience in a specialist school or can I come from mainstream?+
Both are welcome. Experience in mainstream schools with SEND provisions is valuable, as is specialist school experience. Tell us about your background when you register and we will match you appropriately.
Here to support you
Our educator team is ready to guide you through setting up your profile and finding work that suits you. Welcome to Humly!