SEN Teacher

Teach Plus; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Waltham Forest is looking for a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team in January 2026. This full-time role involves teaching children with various complex needs, including ASD and sensory requirements. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver personalized lessons and maintain strong relationships with pupils and their families. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in a specialist setting, contributing to an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Previous experience as an SEN Teacher is essential.
• Strong understanding of SEND frameworks and differentiated learning is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Work with therapists to deliver personalized learning plans.
• Support pupils with communication and sensory needs.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience working in a specialist setting

Understanding of SEND frameworks

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

SEN Teacher

Start Date: January 2026

Location: Waltham Forest

Full/Part-time: Full-time

Salary: 180 - 260 per day

About the role/school

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join a large, well-resourced specialist setting in Waltham Forest this January. The school supports children and young people with a wide range of complex needs, including ASD, PMLD, sensory needs and additional learning barriers.

The school is known for its exceptional specialist facilities, highly skilled support staff, therapy provision, and its commitment to personalised learning. As an SEN Teacher, you will be joining a collaborative multi-disciplinary team dedicated to delivering an engaging, nurturing and structured educational experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an SEN Teacher who is passionate about inclusive practice and thrives within a specialist environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess high-quality lessons tailored to individual needs as an SEN Teacher
• Work closely with therapists, support staff and senior leaders to deliver personalised learning plans
• Support pupils with communication, sensory and behavioural needs using specialist strategies
• Foster a safe, positive and structured classroom environment
• Maintain excellent relationships with parents, carers and external professionals
• Contribute to the wider school community as an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teacher

Qualifications/Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent - essential
• Previous experience working as an SEN Teacher or within a specialist setting
• Strong understanding of SEND frameworks, safeguarding and differentiated learning
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK

Next steps

If this SEN Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.