Primary SEN Teacher
Salary/Rate:£194.21 - £258.84
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Merton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Qualified Teacher
Job ref:10424
Post Date:16.09.25
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
SEN Teacher – Special Needs School
Location: Sutton and Merton
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long term to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: M1 - M6
Are you a compassionate and committed educator ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people with complex needs?
We are seeking an SEN Teacher to join a warm, supportive, and well-resourced Special Needs School, teaching pupils with a range of needs including:
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Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
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Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
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Sensory Processing Difficulties
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Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
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Developmental and Cognitive Delay
This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and can offer a nurturing, structured, and creative learning environment.
About the Role:
You will lead a small class of pupils with complex needs, delivering a personalised curriculum focused on communication, independence, emotional regulation, and life skills. Working closely with a team of Teaching Assistants and therapists, you will ensure each learner is supported to reach their full potential in a safe and engaging setting.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planning and delivering adapted lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes
- Using a wide range of teaching and communication strategies (e.g., visual timetables, sensory-based approaches, PECS, Makaton)
- Managing and supporting a team of Teaching Assistants
- Creating a calm, predictable environment that supports behaviour and regulation
- Working collaboratively with therapists, SENCOs, and families to ensure holistic support
What We’re Looking For:
We welcome applications from both experienced SEN Teachers and Primary/Secondary Teachers with a passion for SEND. You will be:
- Compassionate, patient, and emotionally intelligent
- Knowledgeable about Autism, SLD, and sensory needs
- Skilled at using or willing to learn communication systems (PECS, Makaton, AAC)
- Creative in your approach and confident adapting the curriculum
- Committed to making a long-term difference in the lives of your pupils
Why Join Us?
- A nurturing, collaborative school community
- Small class sizes with excellent TA support
- Ongoing CPD and training in SEND approaches
- Access to onsite therapy teams (Speech & Language, OT, SALT)
- A role where every day is rewarding and every child is valued
If you’re ready to take the next step in your SEN teaching journey and help transform the lives of children with complex needs, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and motivation.
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Support and guidance from Parker Smith Inclusion, specialists in SEND recruitment.
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Support and guidance from Parker Smith Inclusion, specialists in SEND recruitment.
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The ability to remain calm under pressure and build positive, trusting relationships with students and staff.
A proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork.
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Full-time, long-term placement with the potential for career progression.
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