Resource Based Teacher

Smile Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to join a Primary Resource Base in Birmingham, starting January 2027. The role focuses on pupils with Autism and complex needs, delivering personalised lessons and targets in a supportive, inclusive setting.

Applicants should hold QTS or equivalent and have UK primary teaching experience with SEND. Competitive daily rate (£150–£220) and term-time patterns are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching within a UK primary school.
• QTS or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with SEND, particularly Autism and communication needs.
• Experience planning and delivering differentiated lessons to meet individual learning needs.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum and inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils with additional and complex needs.
• Teach children with Autism within a specialist Resource Base.
• Differentiate the curriculum and adapt activities to meet individual abilities and needs.
• Develop and implement individual learning targets and support strategies.
• Monitor, assess and record pupils' progress and achievements.
• Support pupils' communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
• Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour positively with appropriate strategies.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, parents and other professionals.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism awareness

Differentiation

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Collaboration with staff

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEN Teacher – Primary Resource Base

Location: B12

Job Type: Full-time

Sector: Primary / Resource based Teacher

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate SEN Teacher to join a supportive primary school Resource Base, working with pupils with additional and complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and communication difficulties.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your experience within specialist SEND provision and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children with additional needs.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Planning, preparing and delivering engaging lessons tailored to pupils with additional and complex needs.
• Teaching children with Autism within a specialist Resource Base.
• Differentiating the curriculum and adapting learning activities to suit individual abilities and developmental needs.
• Developing and implementing individual learning targets and support strategies.
• Monitoring, assessing and recording pupils' progress and achievements.
• Supporting pupils' communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
• Creating a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Managing behaviour positively and implementing appropriate behaviour support strategies.
• Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, parents and other professionals to support pupils' development.

We're Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Previous experience teaching within a UK primary school.
• Experience teaching pupils with SEND, particularly Autism and communication needs (highly desirable).
• Experience planning and delivering differentiated lessons to meet individual learning needs.
• A good understanding of the primary curriculum and inclusive teaching practices.
• Confidence managing classroom behaviour and supporting pupils with complex needs.
• A patient, resilient, adaptable and compassionate approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them succeed.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive daily rates of £150–£220 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time opportunities available, with part-time applications also considered.
• Opportunities to start in January 2027.
• Term-time working pattern for excellent work-life balance.
• Valuable experience within specialist SEND and Resource Base settings.

If you're an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher looking for your next opportunity and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

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