Primary SEN Teacher

Academics; North East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a passionate Primary SEN Teacher for a mainstream primary school in Newham, East London. The role involves delivering engaging, differentiated lessons and collaborating with SENCOs, therapists, families and staff to support pupils with additional needs.

The ideal candidate will have QTS, SEN experience or qualifications, and a patient, nurturing, resilient approach to help pupils achieve EHCP outcomes and holistic development.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience in SEN/SEND or with pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to differentiate teaching for varying abilities.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and carers.
• Commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons across the Primary curriculum.
• Differentiate lessons to meet diverse needs.
• Create a positive, structured classroom environment.
• Support pupils’ academic, social, emotional and communication development.
• Implement individual learning plans and work towards EHCP outcomes.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt as needed.
• Collaborate with support staff and professionals.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Promote independence and life skills, maintain high expectations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient & nurturing approach

Resilience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Tools

Job description

Primary SEN Teacher - Newham

Location: Newham, East London
Role: Primary SEN Teacher
Contract: Full-time, with long-term and permanent opportunities available
Start Date: ASAP/October 2026
Salary: Teacher Pay Scale

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher with experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs? We are currently seeking a Primary SEN Teacher to work in a mainstream Primary School in Newham.

We are particularly interested in hearing from teachers who have previous experience working within an SEN/SEND school or specialist setting, as well as qualified teachers with SEN qualifications or strong experience supporting pupils with additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who wants to make a genuine difference to the educational, social and emotional development of pupils with additional needs.

The Role

As a Primary SEN Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, accessible and differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils.

You will work closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists, families and other professionals to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons across the Primary curriculum.
• Differentiating learning to meet a range of individual needs and abilities.
• Creating a positive, nurturing and structured classroom environment.
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social, emotional and communication development.
• Implementing individual learning plans and working towards pupils' EHCP outcomes.
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress.
• Working collaboratively with support staff and other professionals.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Supporting pupils to develop independence, confidence and life skills.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining high expectations for all pupils.

We Are Looking For:

We would particularly welcome applications from teachers who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within an SEN/SEND school or specialist setting, or significant experience working with pupils with additional needs.
• An understanding of how to differentiate teaching for pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs.
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.
• A commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every pupil reaches their potential.

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