SEN Primary School Teacher

Axcis Education Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education agency is seeking a full-time SEN Primary Teacher for a primary school in Urmston, Greater Manchester. The role involves teaching a class of 10 children with diverse needs, including autism. Candidates should have experience or a strong interest in working with autism and possess strong behaviour management skills. The position is term-time, Monday to Friday, offering a competitive daily rate based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children on the autism spectrum.
• Familiarity with UK school systems.
• Ability to support both verbal and non-verbal pupils.

Responsibilities

• Teach a class of 10 children with varied needs.
• Utilize de-escalation strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants.

Skills

Experience with autism

Strong behaviour management

Empathy

Flexible approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Do you have experience working with children on the autism spectrum – from mild to non-verbal pupils?

Axcis Education is currently recruiting a full-time Primary Teacher on behalf of a fantastic SEN primary school in Urmston. This is an agency position and would suit someone with a genuine interest in SEND, particularly autism, and strong behaviour management skills.

This is a term-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm. The school specialises in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The ideal candidate will be confident teaching a class of 10 children with a range of needs, including non-verbal communication and behaviours that may be challenging at times.

You’ll be supported by a strong team of teaching assistants and a leadership team that is passionate about inclusion, emotional regulation and child-centred approaches.

Key Details:

• Location: Urmston, Greater Manchester
• Role: SEN Primary Teacher (ASD provision)
• Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Term-time agency role
• Start date: ASAP
• Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – welcome but not essential
• UK teaching experience is essential – this role requires familiarity with UK school systems
• Proven experience or a strong interest in working with children with autism (ASD)
• Comfortable supporting both verbal and non-verbal pupils
• Skilled in de-escalation strategies and managing challenging behaviour
• A calm, empathetic and flexible approach to teaching
• A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one

Axcis Education is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Contact: Laurene Pierrot Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5013