Primary Class Teacher

Ribbons & Reeves; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves is seeking a dedicated Primary Class Teacher to join a specialist SEN school in Hackney, supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties. The role involves delivering engaging, differentiated lessons and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to tailor learning plans and monitor progress.

The ideal candidate has QTS and SEN experience, with a passion for helping pupils with complex needs reach their potential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a primary setting; SEN experience is highly desirable.
• Understanding of Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and strategies for supporting pupils with complex needs.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons suited to individual learning abilities.
• Experience supporting communication, sensory, and developmental needs is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour-support skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work alongside Teaching Assistants and other professionals.
• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual needs.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Implement personalised learning programmes and monitor pupil progress.
• Support pupils' communication and sensory needs in daily activities.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

SLD knowledge

Differentiated lessons

Engaging lessons

Communication

Teamwork

Classroom management

Patient

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Primary Class Teacher | Hackney

£200–£350 per day, dependent on experience
Temporary
ASAP

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Primary Class Teacher to join a welcoming specialist SEN school in Hackney, supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced or aspiring specialist educator to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with complex learning needs. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, personalised lessons within a supportive environment, helping pupils develop their communication, independence, social skills, and academic abilities.

As a Primary Class Teacher, you will plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to pupils' individual needs and abilities. You will work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to implement personalised learning programmes, support pupils' communication and sensory needs, and monitor their progress.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching in a primary setting; SEN experience is highly desirable
• Understanding of Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and strategies for supporting pupils with complex needs
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons suited to individual learning abilities
• Experience supporting communication, sensory, and developmental needs is desirable
• Strong classroom management and behaviour-support skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work alongside Teaching Assistants and other professionals
• Patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach
• Genuine passion for helping pupils with additional needs achieve their potential

If you’re a passionate, resilient, and committed Primary Class Teacher ready to make a positive difference in a specialist SEN setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Primary Class Teacher | Hackney