SEN Secondary Teacher

Academics Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated KS3/KS4 SEN Teacher to join a nurturing school in Islington. The ideal candidate will support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) using tailored strategies, deliver creative lessons, and work in small classes with the help of teaching assistants. This position offers competitive salary and excellent professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Experience in planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
• Ability to work closely with parents and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Deliver creative, tailored lessons for individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and therapists for holistic support.

Job description

Role Overview

Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (Inner London Pay Scale)
Location: Borough of Islington
Position: KS3/KS4 SEN Teacher - SEN Secondary School
Class Size: Small groups with additional teaching assistant support
Development: Excellent training, CPD opportunities & clear career progression

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a well-established school in Islington. You will lead a KS3/KS4 SEN class of pupils with a range of additional needs, supported by experienced teaching assistants and a nurturing leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Take the lead in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through targeted interventions and personalised strategies
• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Carry out interventions to help pupils develop communication, social, and academic skills
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and parents to ensure holistic support
• Promote both academic progress and personal development for each child
• Contribute to the inclusive, child-centred ethos of the school

If you are passionate about SEN teaching and ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.