Primary Teacher (Special Needs) – Totnes, Devon

Luma Education Recruitment Ltd; Totnes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Market-leading pay rates

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Ongoing CPD and training

Weekly payments

Access to SEN roles

Job summary

Luma Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher (Special Needs) for a Totnes-based SEN school. The role involves leading a small KS1/KS2 class, planning tailored lessons against EHCPs, and delivering English, maths, and the wider curriculum with support from teaching assistants.

The position starts temporary with a view to permanent. Ideal candidates hold QTS (or equivalent) with experience in SEN, SEMH, autism or ADHD, and can maintain calm routines to support pupil progress

Qualifications

• QTS (or equivalent) and experience teaching KS1 and/or KS2.
• Experience teaching children with SEN (e.g., SEMH, autism or ADHD).
• Ability to adapt teaching for pupils working below age-related expectations.
• Good communication with parents, carers and outside agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small primary class and plan lessons linked to each pupil's EHCP.
• Teach phonics, reading, writing and maths in small groups and 1:1 with teaching assistants.
• Keep clear routines so the classroom feels calm and predictable.
• Support pupils to regulate and re-engage using the school's agreed approaches.
• Assess progress and take part in EHCP reviews and meetings with families and professionals.

Skills

QTS (or equivalent)

KS1/KS2 experience

SEN experience (SEMH/autism/ADHD)

Communication with parents/agents

Job description

Primary Teacher (Special Needs) – Totnes, Devon

Primary Teacher (Special Needs) – Totnes (TQ9)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time

Contract: Temporary to permanent

Luma Education Recruitment has a full-time Primary Teacher post at a special needs school in Totnes, Devon. The class is small, made up of KS1 and KS2 pupils with special educational needs, including social, emotional and mental health needs. You'll teach English, maths and the wider curriculum at each child's level, with teaching assistant support, and help pupils settle, manage their feelings and get back to learning. The role starts as temporary with a view to permanent.

About the School

An independent specialist school in South Devon that belongs to a wider group of specialist settings. Classes are small, the approach is personalised to each child, and therapeutic support runs alongside teaching.

The Opportunity

• Leading a small primary class and planning lessons linked to each pupil's EHCP
• Teaching phonics, reading, writing and maths in small groups and 1:1 with your teaching assistants
• Keeping clear routines so the classroom feels calm and predictable
• Supporting pupils to regulate and re-engage using the school's agreed approaches
• Assessing progress and taking part in EHCP reviews and meetings with families and professionals

What You'll Need

• QTS (or equivalent) and experience teaching KS1 and/or KS2
• Experience teaching children with SEN, for example SEMH, autism or ADHD
• Ability to adapt teaching for pupils working below age-related expectations
• Good communication with parents, carers and outside agencies

You’ll be a patient, caring and dedicated teacher who likes working with small classes.

Why Work with Luma?

• Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
• Market‑leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
• Long‑term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp‑to‑perm opportunities.
• Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
• Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
• Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.

About Luma Education Recruitment

Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.

Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.

Luma Education Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.