Maternity Cover Teacher – SEND Primary School

Educo Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes with TA support

Ongoing Educo Recruitment consultant |

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Educo Recruitment is partnering with a specialist primary school in Hertfordshire to recruit a maternity cover teacher. You will plan and deliver differentiated lessons for pupils with SEND, collaborating with Teaching Assistants and professionals to support each child’s development.

Ideal candidates will have QTS, solid primary teaching experience, and a genuine passion for SEND. The role offers a supportive environment, small class sizes and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Primary teaching experience.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Confident adapting lessons to different abilities and learning styles.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering personalised lessons.
• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including autism and complex needs.
• Monitoring progress against individual learning objectives and EHCP targets.
• Promoting positive behaviour, communication and independence.
• Creating a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Working closely with Teaching Assistants, parents and other professionals.

Skills

Primary teaching

Adapt lessons

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

QTS

Job description

Maternity Cover Teacher – SEND Primary School – Hertfordshire

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist SEND school?

Educo Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming specialist primary school in Hertfordshire to recruit a committed teacher for a maternity cover position.

This is an excellent opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally in a nurturing environment.

The Role

You will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual needs and abilities. Working alongside Teaching Assistants and specialist staff, you will create a positive learning environment and support each child's development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering personalised lessons.


• Supporting pupils with a range of SEND, including autism and complex needs.


• Monitoring progress against individual learning objectives and EHCP targets.


• Promoting positive behaviour, communication and independence.


• Creating a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.


• Working closely with Teaching Assistants, parents and other professionals.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).


• Primary teaching experience.


• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.


• Confident adapting lessons to different abilities and learning styles.


• Patient, nurturing and resilient.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Previous experience in a specialist SEND setting is highly desirable, although candidates looking to develop their SEND experience are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

• Maternity cover teaching position.


• £35,602 – £54,328 per annum, depending on experience.


• MPS/UPS salary scale.


• Small class sizes with dedicated Teaching Assistant support.


• A welcoming and supportive school environment.


• Professional development opportunities.


• Ongoing support from your dedicated Educo Recruitment consultant.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.