EYFS SEND Teacher

Randstad Education; Burnley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Temp-to-Perm Potential

Refer-a-Friend Scheme (£300 Rex)

Dedicated Consultant Support

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an inspiring EYFS SEN Teacher for a brand-new independent specialist school in the UK. The role is temporary-to-permanent, offering a long-term path in a setting with small classes, low pupil-to-staff ratios, and tailored therapeutic support.

You will deliver play-based, child-led learning for early years with EHCP-guided plans, support non-verbal pupils using AAC and Makaton, and collaborate with therapists, assistants, and families to monitor progress and ensure pupil

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or EYFS teaching equivalent with direct experience teaching children with complex special educational needs.
• Extensive experience or strong understanding of working with non-verbal learners and supporting personal care needs.
• Natural enthusiasm for play-based, child-led pedagogy.
• Patient, nurturing, and resilient approach with exceptional empathy.
• Strong team leadership to direct and support classroom teaching assistants.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Delivering creative, play-focused learning tailored to early years development stages and individual EHCPs.
• Supporting non-verbal pupils using AAC, sensory cues, objects of reference, and visual systems (e.g. PECS, Makaton).
• Providing compassionate assistance with personal care routines, promoting dignity, comfort, and physical well-being throughout the school day.
• Creating an engaging, low-arousal, and sensory-rich classroom environment where pupils feel safe, secure, and motivated to explore.
• Working collaboratively with dedicated support assistants, therapists, external healthcare professionals, and parents to provide holistic support.
• Monitoring, assessing, and celebrating small steps of progress and development milestones.

Skills

Experience with non-verbal learners

Play-based pedagogy

Empathy and nurturing approach

Team leadership

Education

QTS or EYFS teaching equivalent

Job description

Are you an inspiring educator dedicated to unlocking the potential of children with complex special educational needs?

Do you champion child-centred, play-focused learning that supports non-verbal communication and early milestones?

Are you looking to make your mark within a brand-new, purpose-built independent school with small class sizes and a supportive team?

We are delighted to be recruiting a passionate EYFS SEN Teacher on behalf of an exceptional independent specialist school. This position is available on a temporary-to-permanent basis, offering a fantastic opportunity to establish yourself in a growing provision and secure a long-term role.

About the School

The school is a newly established independent specialist provision that opened its doors in September. Purpose-built to cater exclusively for pupils with special educational needs, it features dedicated, small-group classes organised by Key Stage. Operating below full capacity with just three to four small classes across the setting, the school provides exceptionally low pupil-to-staff ratios. This allows the team to focus on bespoke, therapeutic care alongside education, ensuring every child receives the tailored support, attention, and sensory resources they need to flourish at their own pace.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

• Delivering creative, play-focused learning tailored to early years development stages and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

• Supporting non-verbal pupils using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), sensory cues, objects of reference, and visual systems (e.g. PECS, Makaton).

• Providing compassionate assistance with personal care routines, promoting dignity, comfort, and physical well-being throughout the school day.

• Creating an engaging, low-arousal, and sensory-rich classroom environment where pupils feel safe, secure, and motivated to explore.

• Working collaboratively with dedicated support assistants, therapists, external healthcare professionals, and parents to provide holistic support.

• Monitoring, assessing, and celebrating small steps of progress and development milestones.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or EYFS teaching equivalent with direct experience teaching children with complex special educational needs.

• Extensive experience or a strong understanding of working with non-verbal learners and supporting personal care needs.

• A natural enthusiasm for play-based, child-led pedagogy.

• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach with exceptional empathy.

• Strong team leadership skills to direct and support classroom teaching assistants.

• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Why Choose Randstad?

• Competitive Weekly Pay: Transparent rates paid weekly through PAYE, ensuring no hidden umbrella payroll fees.

• Temp-to-Perm Potential: Direct pathway into a permanent contract with a fantastic specialist school.

• Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn £300 worth of REX vouchers for every qualified educator or support professional you recommend.

• Dedicated Consultant Support: 24/7 dedicated assistance from education specialists who understand the local SEN landscape.