Secondary SEND Teacher - Staines

Aspire People; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Jan 2027 start

Specialist SEND setting

Supportive team

Professional development

Consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Secondary SEND Teacher to join a specialist setting in Staines. You will deliver differentiated lessons for secondary students with SEND, fostering an inclusive environment that supports academic and personal growth.

The role requires QTS, experience with SEND, and collaboration with TAs and SENCOs. A January 2027 start and a supportive team are provided to help you succeed in this rewarding position.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching secondary-aged pupils.
• Experience working with students with SEND in a specialist setting.
• Understanding of autism, ADHD and learning difficulties.
• Strong differentiation and classroom management skills.
• DBS check and safeguarding compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons adapted to meet SEND needs.
• Teach and support secondary-aged pupils across the curriculum.
• Differentiate activities for a range of abilities and needs.
• Support students with autism, ADHD and other needs.
• Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom.
• Implement effective behaviour management and promote engagement.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching approaches.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, SENCOs and professionals.

Skills

SEN awareness

Differentiation

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Secondary SEND Teacher - Staines, Surrey

Location: Staines, Surrey
Position: Secondary SEND Teacher
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: Paid to scale, dependent on experience and qualifications

We are currently recruiting a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary SEND Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Staines. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher who is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping them reach their full academic and personal potential.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, creating a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons adapted to meet the needs of students with SEND.
• Teach and support secondary-aged pupils across the relevant curriculum.
• Differentiate learning activities to accommodate a range of abilities and additional needs.
• Support students with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and other learning needs.
• Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies and promote positive engagement.
• Monitor individual student progress and adapt teaching approaches accordingly.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs and other professionals to support student development.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Previous experience teaching secondary-aged pupils.
• Experience working with students with SEND, ideally within a specialist setting.
• Understanding of a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD and learning difficulties.
• Strong differentiation, behaviour management and classroom management skills.
• A patient, adaptable and proactive approach to teaching.
• An enhanced DBS check and the ability to meet safeguarding requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary paid to scale, depending on experience and qualifications.
• A January 2027 start.
• The opportunity to work within a specialist setting supporting students with additional needs.
• A supportive working environment with dedicated colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.