KS3 SEN Teacher

Academics; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking an enthusiastic KS3 SEN Teacher to join a growing SEMH provision in Outer London. The post supports pupils with SEN/SEMH, including neurodivergent learners, as the school expands its Key Stage 3 provision.

You will collaborate with families and professionals to tailor learning, establish routines and boundaries, and foster a safe, engaging environment where pupils can develop confidence and progress socially and academically.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN, SEMH needs and/or neurodiversity, ideally KS3.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families.
• Adaptable and able to tailor approach to individual needs.
• Maintain clear boundaries, routines and expectations.
• Resilient, reflective and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable learners.
• Works effectively as part of a wider team.
• Committed to improving educational, social and emotional outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Create a structured, nurturing classroom where pupils build confidence and independence.
• Work with colleagues, families and other professionals to understand needs and adapt learning.
• Provide clear routines, boundaries and expectations.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development alongside academic progress.
• Contribute to developing the new secondary provision.

Skills

SEN experience

SEMH experience

KS3 teaching

Relationship building

Adaptability

Classroom management

Resilience

Teamwork

Student wellbeing

Job description

KS3 SEN Teacher

Location: Outer London
Start Date: January 2027 or sooner
Salary: Main Pay Scale (Outer London) + SEN Allowance 2
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and reflective KS3 SEN Teacher to join a growing specialist SEMH provision in Outer London.

The school is expanding its provision into Key Stage 3 and is looking for an enthusiastic teacher who is passionate about supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN), particularly those with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils may also be neurodivergent.

The school places strong emphasis on relationships, emotional safety and consistency, recognising that pupils are far more able to engage with learning when they feel safe, valued and understood. Behaviour is viewed as communication, with equal importance placed on pupils' social-emotional development and academic progress.

The Role

As a KS3 SEN Teacher, you will play a key role in supporting the development of the school's new secondary provision. You will create a structured, nurturing and engaging classroom environment where pupils can develop confidence, independence and a positive relationship with education.

You will work closely with colleagues, families and other professionals to understand individual needs, adapt learning and provide clear routines, boundaries and expectations.

Progress within specialist education is not always straightforward, but the impact you can make is significant - from helping a pupil re-engage with learning to supporting them to manage challenging situations and develop a more positive view of themselves.

The School Is Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with pupils with SEN, SEMH needs and/or neurodiversity, ideally at KS3

• Can build strong, consistent and trusting relationships with pupils and families

• Is adaptable and able to tailor their approach to individual needs

• Can maintain clear boundaries, routines and expectations

• Is resilient, reflective and able to remain calm in challenging situations

• Is passionate about supporting vulnerable learners

• Works effectively as part of a wider team

• Is committed to improving pupils' educational, social and emotional outcomes

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who wants to take on a rewarding challenge and play an important role in the development of a growing specialist provision.

If you are passionate about SEN education and want to work in an environment where relationships, consistency and pupil wellbeing are genuinely prioritised, we would love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.