SEN Class Teacher - Smallwood Primary School & Children’s Centre

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate SEN Class Teacher at a forward-thinking primary school. The role involves working within a supportive team to enhance the educational experiences of pupils with language impairments and Autism Spectrum Disorders. The school is committed to high-quality inclusive education, providing an environment where all pupils can thrive. This is a chance to make a significant impact on children's lives, fostering their growth and learning while being part of a dedicated team that values professional development and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching children with language impairments is essential.
• Knowledge of communication disorders including DLD and Autism.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver learning activities for children with special educational needs.
• Adapt curriculum to suit the needs of children with communication difficulties.

Skills

Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties

Teaching children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Adaptation of curriculum

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Tools

Makaton

TEACCH

Job description

SEN Class Teacher - Smallwood Primary School & Children’s Centre

About Us

Required from September 2025

Smallwood Primary School and Language unit is a one form entry school with 259 pupils currently on role, including a resource base with 45 pupils.Our recent Ofsted inspection (2022) graded it a ‘Good’ school, highlighting: ‘pupils enjoy coming to school and are safe’, “Teachers are encouraging. They have high aspirations for all pupils and make it possible for them to succeed in their learning”.

We are a school moving forward with purpose to improve the quality of teaching and learning with a commitment to raising standards.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Smallwood Primary School Language Unit for an excellent practitioner who is committed to the development of high quality inclusive provision for pupils with language impairments and associated special educational needs.

We require a confident, enthusiastic teacher with a ‘can do’ mentality and excellent inter-personal skills to work as part of a team in developing and delivering a range of learning activities.

You will be:

• Knowledgeable about Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties.
• Passionate about teaching and learning
• Able to demonstrate a good knowledge of communication disorders, including DLD, Autism and effective strategies used to enhance the learning and development of these pupils
• Ability to adapt the curriculum to suit the needs of the children.
• Committed to enabling pupils to progress in all areas of their educational experiences in our school
• Committed to inclusion
• Willing to undertake training for professional development

Significant experience in the teaching of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and/or language impairment is essential and knowledge of Makaton and TEACCH is desirable.

This is an exciting time to join Smallwood’s team as there are opportunities for forward thinking, passionate individuals to play a significant part in further developing our school.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below .

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.