KS2 SEN Teacher - Maternity Cover

SMART Education Recruitment; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency in Stratford-upon-Avon seeks an experienced KS2 Teacher for a full-time maternity cover position. The ideal candidate should have QTS and experience working with KS2 pupils, especially those with special educational needs. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive working environment focused on inclusion and professional development.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Professional development support

Access to wellbeing services

Qualifications

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) is essential.
• Experience in teaching KS2 pupils, preferably with SEND.
• Strong understanding of SEND practices and personalised learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching for KS2 pupils with complex needs.
• Plan and assess learning tailored to individual goals.
• Promote positive behaviour and social skills.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching KS2 pupils

Understanding of personalised learning and SEND

Adaptability and commitment to inclusion

Collaboration skills

Job description

Job Title: KS2 Teacher - Maternity Cover

Pay Rate: Teacher Main Scale 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352 FTE) + SEN Allowance (£2,679)

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Hours: Full-time. Permanent Position | Maternity Cover Until End of Academic Year

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a KS2 Teacher for a full-time maternity cover position within a specialist educational setting in the Stratford-upon-Avon area.

Benefits of working as a KS2 Teacher

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on KS2 learners
• Supportive and collaborative staff team
• Engaged pupils eager to learn and participate
• Inclusive and nurturing working environment
• Strong induction and professional development support
• Access to wellbeing and staff assistance services

Job Requirements

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Experience teaching KS2 pupils, ideally with SEND or complex needs
• Strong understanding of personalised learning and SEND practice
• Patient, adaptable and committed to inclusion
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching for KS2 pupils with complex needs
• Plan and assess learning tailored to individual goals
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and social skills
• Collaborate effectively with staff, families, and external professionals
• Contribute positively to the ethos and values of the setting

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults.