Primary Teacher

Supply Desk; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Primary SEN Teacher for a specialist school in Basingstoke from November 2026 to July 2027. You will plan personalised lessons for pupils with ASC, MLD, and SLD within small classes and a supportive team.

The role emphasises collaboration with staff, families, and other professionals to create a nurturing environment where learners grow in confidence and essential life skills.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with special educational needs.
• Understands the needs of learners with autism, MLD and/or SLD.
• Able to differentiate lessons and adapt teaching to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs and abilities.
• Support learners with ASC, MLD, SLD and other additional needs.
• Create a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support communication, engagement and learning.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, contributing to individual learning plans and targets.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, families and other professionals to provide consistent support.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and meaningful participation in learning.

Skills

Differentiation of lessons

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in SEN teaching

Job description

Primary SEN Teacher – Specialist School | Basingstoke

• Start Date: November 2026
• Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire
• Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
• Duration: November 2026 – July 2027
• Pay Rate: Paid to Scale

About the Role

Supply Desk is seeking a passionate and committed Primary SEN Teacher to join a specialist school in the Basingstoke area from November 2026 through to July 2027.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of pupils with additional needs. You'll be supporting learners with a range of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

You’ll plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons that recognise each pupil’s strengths, interests and individual learning goals. Working with small classes and an experienced team of support staff, you’ll help create a nurturing environment where pupils can build confidence, develop essential skills and achieve their potential.

About the Setting

The school provides specialist education for pupils aged 11–19, with a strong focus on personalised learning and preparing young people for greater independence.

Its curriculum supports academic progress alongside communication, emotional development, social skills and practical life skills. The school aims to provide a safe, inclusive and aspirational environment where every learner is supported to progress at their own pace.

This role would suit a teacher who values a collaborative approach and is passionate about helping pupils with additional needs thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs and abilities.
• Support learners with ASC, MLD, SLD and other additional needs.
• Create a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support communication, engagement and learning.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, contributing to individual learning plans and targets.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, families and other professionals to provide consistent support.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and meaningful participation in learning.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching pupils with special educational needs.
• Understands the needs of learners with autism, MLD and/or SLD.
• Is confident differentiating lessons and adapting teaching to individual needs.
• Has strong communication, organisational and classroom management skills.
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is patient, resilient and passionate about helping every pupil succeed.

Why Work with Supply Desk?

• Pay to scale, in line with experience and qualifications.
• A full-time, long-term placement through to July 2027.
• The opportunity to work in a specialist educational setting.
• A collaborative environment with experienced support staff.
• Ongoing guidance from your dedicated Supply Desk consultant.
• Potential access to further opportunities within specialist education.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures