PRIMARY SEN TEACHER

(Salary: £34,398 - £48,913 per year (M1 - UPS1 Fringe) ** Plus £5,000 Welcome bonus For Qualified Teacher*)

Are you a dedicated educator passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with complex needs? We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced SEND Teacher to join our expert team. This role provides challenges but can also be highly satisfying as you watch the students progress and shine.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching to pupils on the autism spectrum and who have other complex needs. You won't just be teaching a curriculum; you will be empowering students to overcome barriers, fostering independence, and creating a safe, inclusive space where they can truly thrive. You will have the opportunity to lead a subject area, mentor support staff, and contribute to the personal and academic growth of students who need your specialist expertise the most.

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

• Develop and implement varying lesson plans for each individual student.
• Manage complex classroom dynamics with a calm, reflective, and non-confrontational approach.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to review EHC plans.
• Provide professional leadership in a designated subject area, monitoring standards and promoting best practice.
• Maintain clear communication with parents, carers, and outside agencies to ensure holistic student support.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with PGCE; proven experience in a special school environment working with ASC/SEND pupils.
• Ability to teach up to and including GCSE level; strong drive for professional development; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be physically able to meet the requirements of the role.
• A deep understanding of autism and associated conditions is essential.
• Able to provide your own vehicle or public transport.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

• £5,000 Welcome bonus For Qualified Teacher.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where your contribution is valued and your professional growth is prioritised.
• £1,000 refer-a-friend programme.
• Shopping and transportation schemes including UK health cash plan.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme, 24/7 GP access for you and your family.

If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact: [email removed]

experience

Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT