Secondary SEN Teacher

Senploy; Sydenham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Education in South East London is recruiting a SEND Class Teacher for a specialist school supporting ASC, SEND and related needs. You will lead a small KS3 class (~11 pupils) with dedicated LSAs and a structured, nurturing approach.

The role involves delivering a broad curriculum across multiple subjects, including Maths, with detailed planning provided and strong support from a collaborative leadership team. QTS is essential and immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience working with pupils with Autism and SEND.
• Can deliver engaging lessons across multiple subject areas.
• Is confident adapting teaching for pupils working below age‑related expectations.
• Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Can quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Is available to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small KS3 class (~11 pupils) with experienced LSAs.
• Deliver a broad timetable across multiple subjects and contribute to Maths teaching.
• Follow detailed planning and schemes of work provided.

Skills

Autism and SEND experience

Lesson delivery across subjects

Adapt teaching for pupils below age‑re

Classroom and behaviour management

Relationship building with pupils and

Immediate availability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Sydenham, South East London (SE23)

Are you a qualified teacher who thrives in a specialist setting and enjoys building strong relationships with pupils with additional needs?

Peak Education is recruiting a SEND Class Teacher for a well-established specialist school in South East London that supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication needs and a range of additional learning needs.

This role would suit an experienced SEN Teacher, SEND Teacher, Primary Teacher or Specialist Provision Teacher who is confident delivering a broad curriculum and adapting learning to meet individual pupil needs.

About the Role

You will be responsible for a small KS3 class of approximately 11 pupils, supported by experienced Learning Support Assistants. Pupils are working across a range of levels and benefit from a highly structured, nurturing approach to learning.

The timetable follows a class-teacher model, meaning you will deliver a variety of subjects throughout the week, while also contributing to Maths teaching within the provision. Detailed planning and schemes of work are provided, and the leadership team is committed to supporting staff throughout the placement.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience working with pupils with Autism and SEND
• Can deliver engaging lessons across multiple subject areas
• Is confident adapting teaching for pupils working below age‑related expectations
• Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Can quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Is available to start immediately

What the School Offers

• Small class sizes
• Excellent in‑class support from experienced LSAs
• A collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Well‑resourced teaching environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' educational outcomes
• Clear schemes of work and structured curriculum support
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• Recent teaching references
• Right to work in the UK

Pay

£180 - £260 per day via umbrella company, dependent on experience, qualifications and suitability for the role.

If you are a passionate and adaptable teacher looking for a rewarding position within a specialist educational setting, we'd love to hear from you.