Secondary Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Secondary SEN Teacher to provide 1:1 tutoring in Maths and Science for students with complex needs in Central London. The role requires Qualified Teacher Status and entails delivering lessons in various community settings. Candidates should be adept at creating personalised learning plans and engaging students who are school-avoidant. This full-time position runs from January to July 2026, adhering to term times.

Qualifications

• QTS required for teaching.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 teaching in Maths and Science.
• Build trust using trauma-informed approaches.
• Create personalized learning plans.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Trauma-informed teaching

Engagement strategies

Personalised learning plans

Emotional regulation strategies

Job description

Secondary SEN Teacher - KS3 & KS4 Maths and Science

Location: Across Central London (primarily Islington), local libraries & community settings

Contract: January to July 2026, Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, Term-time only

Pay: M1 - M6

Delivery: 1:1 teaching/tutoring - Maths & Science

Essential: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

About the Role

Tradewind are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary SEN Teacher to tutor 1:1 with young people in KS3-KS4 who are missing from education, school avoiders, or have complex SEMH and trauma-related needs. Teaching takes place across community settings, including libraries and multi-site locations across Central London, particularly Islington. All locations are easily accessible via tube and local bus routes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 teaching in Maths and Science at KS3-KS4 level.

• Use trauma-informed, relational approaches to build trust and engagement.

• Create personalised learning plans that meet academic, emotional, and behavioural needs.

• Support students who are school-avoidant, have complex trauma, or are out of education.

• Teach in a range of locations including libraries, alternative provisions, and community spaces.

• Maintain calm, consistent boundaries and promote emotional regulation strategies.

• Liaise closely with parents/carers, social workers, SENCOs and multi-agency teams.

• Safeguard student wellbeing and follow safeguarding protocols at all times.

• Adapt resources and learning materials to suit individual needs and EHCP outcomes.

Teacher Compliance Requirements

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

• Proof of right to work in the UK.

• Two professional references covering the last 2 years.

• Overseas police checks (if applicable).

• Up-to-date safeguarding and prevent training

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate, teacher who can inspire vulnerable young people back into learning, we'd love to hear from you.