Resource Base SEN Teacher

Smile Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is recruiting for a Resource Base teacher in Birmingham (B8). This full-time role from September 2026 supports pupils with complex needs within a Primary Resource Base, working with a SENDCo and a team of SEND Teaching Assistants.

The position requires QTS and recent UK teaching experience, with a focus on ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and related needs. Strong behaviour management and independent working are essential. Applications from confident, flexible teachers are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have recent UK-based teaching experience.
• Have experience supporting and teaching children with Special Educational Needs.
• Be confident adapting lessons to meet a range of learning needs.
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills.
• Be able to work independently and use your own initiative.
• Be available to work school hours of 8:15am – 3:30pm.
• Provide a minimum of two professional references covering the last two years, including comments on your work with children.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new DBS through Smile Education

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language Needs, and Moderate Learning Difficulties.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of individual pupils.
• Manage behaviour effectively and promote positive outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with support staff and other professionals.
• Follow school policies and EHCP targets where required.

Skills

Behaviour management

Adapt lesson

Independent working

Lesson planning

SEN experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you a qualified Teacher with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and looking for greater flexibility in your career?

Smile Education is currently recruiting for a Resource Base teacher at a school based in Birmingham (B8). This position is based full time from September 2026 on a Primary Resource Base, assisting pupils with complex learning needs such as ASC. Working alongside a SENDCo and a team of SEND Teaching Assistants to support learners with high needs.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language Needs, and Moderate Learning Difficulties
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of individual pupils
• Manage behaviour effectively and promote positive outcomes
• Work collaboratively with support staff and other professionals
• Follow school policies and EHCP targets where required

Essential Requirements

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have recent UK-based teaching experience
• Have experience supporting and teaching children with Special Educational Needs
• Be confident adapting lessons to meet a range of learning needs
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills
• Be able to work independently and use your own initiative
• Be available to work school hours of 8:15am – 3:30pm
• Provide a minimum of two professional references covering the last two years, including comments on your work with children
• Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new DBS through Smile Education

If you are a passionate SEN Teacher looking for flexible opportunities that allow you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Join Smile Education and discover the benefits of flexible SEN teaching opportunities across Birmingham.

Ref: SM1LET

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications