Special Needs Teacher

Salary/Rate:MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Barnet
County:North West London
Type of Role:Qualified Teacher
Job ref:8912
Post Date:14.03.25
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About the Role

Special Needs Teacher - Primary

A role with the environment & resources you deserve.

Location: North London (Barnet)
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

 

As a Special Needs Primary Teacher, you are forever thinking about the children whose lives you are changing daily. Their individual needs, their learning journey and the hurdles you are helping them navigate daily.

Your knowledge of autism, communication needs, and social-emotional challenges serves you well in creating an inclusive and personalised approach to learning. Despite the physically and mentally challenging elements of a role such as yours, you find the job rewarding…..

….however, maybe it is time for you to start thinking about you, your career, and how a change could enable you to deliver with even greater impact than you do currently.

 

This school, based in Barnet, provides high-quality education and support for children with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities, including those on the autism spectrum.

The school is very proud of their inclusive education framework, always adapting teaching strategies where necessary to meet the diverse needs of their pupils. So naturally, you would be working closely with families, therapists, and support staff to develop individual learning plans and meet EHCP requirements.

Challenging roles should always be provided with the resources required to deliver the expected high standards. With extremely well-equipped classrooms, strong therapeutic support and a curriculum tailored to individual learning needs, this school is a shining example of such provisions. Combined with access to a swimming pool, cooking room, sensory rooms, and gardens to support a rich and engaging learning environment, you will feel supported in everything you are working to deliver for both pupils and colleagues.

 

If this opportunity fits with your current circumstances and ambition, please contact us to discuss how we can guide and advise you going forward. Whether it is this specific role or other SEND teaching opportunities, we can help you find the right next step for your career.

Please get in touch if you want to hear more about this or our other SEND teaching opportunities. You can get in touch by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or calling us on 0203 011 4848.

Now is the time to at least be looking at the opportunities your career so far can offer you. September discussions are happening and we can facilitate conversations with multiple schools investing in their permanent staff team.

We are very different in our approach as you will see from the voices reviewing and recommending us. If you would like your journey so far to be recognised and respected, Parker Smith Inclusion is the right partner for you and your future.

 

At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 300 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators.

 

Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your leadership role search.

  • Tailored School Matches – We carefully match you with schools that align with your leadership experience and career aspirations.
  • Exclusive Opportunities – Many of our leadership roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge.
  • Expert Knowledge – Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school’s history, leadership structure, and culture.
  • Transparent Pay Structure – All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract.
  • Comprehensive Interview Support – We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success.
  • Specialist Settings – Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.

 

 

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