Experienced SEN Teacher

CLARUS EDUCATION; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Greater London is seeking an Experienced SEN Teacher to join their Bexley SEN School. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to support students with complex learning needs and autism. The successful candidate will deliver tailored education plans, collaborate with a dedicated team, and create a positive learning environment. This is a permanent, full-time role starting in January 2026, ideal for those passionate about inclusive education.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Strong background in teaching pupils with moderate to severe learning difficulties and autism.
• Demonstrates excellent adaptive teaching and behaviour support strategies.
• Confident working with EHCPs and individualised learning plans.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, highly differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and external professionals.
• Build positive relationships and maintain a calm, supportive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching pupils with complex learning needs

Adaptive teaching strategies

Behaviour support strategies

Working with EHCPs

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Experienced SEN Teacher

Job Title: Experienced SEN Teacher

Location: Bexley SEN School

Salary: MPS/UPS Outer London + SEN Allowance £37,870 - £56,154

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2026

Our Bexley SEN School is seeking to appoint an experienced SEN Teacher to join our committed and highly skilled team from January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist day school that provides high-quality education and care for children and young people aged 8–19 with moderate to severe learning difficulties and autism.

We support pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including ADHD, Down’s Syndrome and speech, language and communication difficulties. All pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans, and referrals are made by local authorities across London, Kent and the wider South East. Our school is proud of its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral support and focus on helping pupils achieve independence, confidence and success.

As an experienced SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, highly differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs. You will work closely with teaching assistants, therapists and external professionals to implement EHCP targets and provide consistent, structured support. Building positive relationships and maintaining a calm, supportive learning environment are central to the role.

We are looking for an experienced SEN Teacher who:

• Has a strong background in teaching pupils with complex learning needs and autism
• Demonstrates excellent adaptive teaching and behaviour support strategies
• Is confident working with EHCPs and individualised learning plans
• Values teamwork, communication and a child-centred approach

In return, our Bexley SEN School offers a supportive leadership team, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. This role would suit an experienced SEN Teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to specialist practice.

If you are an experienced SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding permanent position in a specialist setting, we would welcome your application.

Our Bexley SEN School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

To apply for this SEN Teacher, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this SEN Teacher role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment for this SEN Teacher role. As a SEN Teacher, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful SEN Teacher candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This SEN Teacher post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this SEN Teacher opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the SEN Teacher role within 48 hours.

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