SEN Specialist Teacher

Smile Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking a SEN Primary Teacher (SEN Specialist) in Birmingham, B24. The role involves leading a class of pupils with additional needs and delivering engaging and inclusive lessons in a Specialist/Alternative Provision setting.

The ideal candidate will have QTS, 6+ months’ Autism experience, and at least 3 months’ SEN teaching experience, with strong behaviour management and a nurturing approach.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Minimum 6 months’ experience working with pupils with Autism.
• At least 3 months’ SEN teaching experience.
• Experience within an Alternative Provision setting is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons tailored to pupils with SEN.
• Plan and implement personalised learning programmes in line with EHCPs and IEPs.
• Create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour.
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress and development.
• Use differentiated and multi-sensory teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and external professionals.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and parents/carers.
• Contribute to reviews, meetings, and multi-agency planning.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion at all times.

Skills

Autism experience

SEN teaching

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: SEN Primary Teacher (SEN Specialist)

Location: Birmingham, B24

Pay: £140 – £200 per day (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time opportunity, Monday–Friday

Smile Education is proud to be supporting a welcoming primary school and Alternative Provision setting in Birmingham, seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Primary Teacher to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN specialist to lead a class of pupils with additional needs, delivering engaging and inclusive lessons that support both academic progress and personal development. The role is ideal for teachers with KS1 and/or KS2 experience who are committed to making a meaningful impact.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons tailored to pupils with a range of special educational needs
• Plan and implement personalised learning programmes in line with EHCPs and IEPs
• Create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress and development
• Use differentiated and multi-sensory teaching strategies to meet individual needs
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and parents/carers
• Contribute to reviews, meetings, and multi-agency planning
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion at all times

About the School:

• Alternative Provision setting supporting pupils who thrive in smaller class environments
• Strong and supportive staff team, including experienced safeguarding leads
• Well-resourced environment with excellent facilities for engagement and wellbeing
• Easily accessible via public transport (bus and train links)
• Pupils who respond positively to consistency, structure, and encouragement

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience working with pupils with Autism
• At least 3 months’ SEN teaching experience
• Experience within an Alternative Provision setting (desirable)
• Strong behaviour management skills and a nurturing, resilient approach
• Reliable and committed to a full‑time role
• Able to provide a minimum of two references covering the past two years (including one related to working with children)
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one through Smile Education

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference – playing a key role in the progress, confidence, and success of their pupils.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks, including Enhanced DBS, Prohibited List, Barred List, and qualification verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications