SEN Teacher

Balfor Recruitment Group; Bromley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfor Education is seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teacher with QTS to join a specialist school in West Wickham, supporting pupils aged 5–19 with SEMH, Autism and SLCN. You will plan engaging lessons and work with Therapists and the school team to create a nurturing learning environment.

The role offers both short-term and long-term opportunities, full-time or part-time, with QTS pay scaled to experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent.
• Previous SEN/SEND teaching experience desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH and/or SLCN.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and inclusive teaching.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Understanding of EHCPs and individualised learning.
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated SEN lessons.
• Support pupils with SEMH, Autism and SLCN.
• Deliver learning in line with EHCP outcomes and individual targets.
• Build positive relationships and promote confidence, independence and resilience.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching where required.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other professionals.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to pupils' wider development and the life of the school.

Skills

QTS

SEN/SEND teaching experience

Autism

SEMH & SLCN understanding

Differentiated instruction

Behaviour management

EHCP knowledge

Teamwork

Safeguarding commitment

Education

QTS or recognised equivalent

Job description

SEN Teacher – QTS

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Pay: QTS – Paid to Scale

Positions: Short-term and Long-term opportunities available

About the Role

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher with QTS looking to make a real difference to children and young people?

Balfor Education is recruiting for a QTS-qualified SEN Teacher to join a specialist school in West Wickham, supporting pupils aged 5–19 with SEMH, Autism and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

The school provides a supportive, structured environment with modern facilities designed to promote learning, independence, communication and wellbeing.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs. You will work closely with Teaching Assistants, SEN staff, therapists and the wider school team to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated SEN lessons.
• Support pupils with SEMH, Autism and SLCN.
• Deliver learning in line with EHCP outcomes and individual targets.
• Build positive relationships and promote confidence, independence and resilience.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Support emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching where required.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other professionals.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Contribute to pupils' wider development and the life of the school.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent.
• Previous SEN/SEND teaching experience is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH and/or SLCN.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and inclusive teaching.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Understanding of EHCPs and individualised learning.
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

What We Offer

• QTS pay – paid to scale.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Short-term and long-term positions.
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm.
• Specialist SEN teaching experience.
• Support from your dedicated Balfor Education consultant.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain a new Enhanced DBS.
• Satisfactory professional references covering a minimum of 2 years, including the most recent employer.
• All required safeguarding and compliance checks must be completed before starting.