SEN Teacher

Are you an empathetic, adaptable, and skilled SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding, long-term role supporting young people as they transition into secondary education?

Randstad Education is currently recruiting for a Year 7 SEN Class Teacher to lead a dedicated class of students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and complex needs. Based at an outstanding special school provision in Northolt, this full-time role focuses on supporting Year 7 pupils through a nurturing, tailored approach as they adjust to their new environment.

Role Overview

• Classroom Leadership: Lead a small Year 7 class with high support ratios, working alongside experienced Teaching Assistants to deliver personalised learning.

• Adapted Curriculum: Plan and teach an adapted, thematic curriculum tailored to pupils with SLD, autism, sensory, and complex needs.

• EHCP Delivery: Embed outcomes from students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) directly into daily activities, focusing on communication, cognition, independence, and social-emotional growth.

• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and parents to support holistic student development.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, or equivalent teaching qualification (ECTs with strong SEN experience are welcome to apply).

• Proven experience teaching or supporting learners with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and complex needs.

• Strong understanding of non-verbal communication tools (e.g., PECS, Makaton) and sensory integration strategies.

• A patient, creative, and resilient approach to classroom management and pupil engagement.

• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits & Pay Structure

• Competitive Daily Rate: From £160 per day paid via PAYE

• Long-Term Stability: A consistent, full-time position within a highly supportive school community.

• Randstad Support: Access to dedicated consultant guidance, weekly pay, and candidate benefits.

If you are ready to start a rewarding new chapter this September and help students reach their full potential, we want to hear from you! Please apply as soon as possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to strict compliance and vetting checks.

experience

Teaching

skills

behaviour management,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,resilience,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,PGCE,QTS