SEN Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking an exceptional SEN Teacher for maternity cover to lead a SEND primary class (ASD Provision) across three inner-city London schools. The post requires QTS, deep knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and proven EHCP experience.

You will collaborate with classroom staff and leaders in a Christian ethos environment, uphold high expectations, and support pupils to fulfil their potential. Commencement February 2027.

Qualifications

• QTS is required with deep knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Proven track record of implementing EHCPs.
• Experience managing classroom support staff.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple schools in a partnership.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for a SEND primary class (ASD Provision) and duties of a teacher.
• Inspire and support SEN students to achieve their potential.
• Collaborate with staff across three schools to maximise outcomes.
• Uphold the Christian ethos of the schools.

Skills

QTS

SEND Code of Practice

EHCPs experience

Lead classroom staff

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Purpose of post:

To be responsible for a SEND primary class (ASD Provision) and carry out the duties of a

teacher as laid down in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document

Core Requirements for the role:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), deep knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, and a proven track record of implementing EHCPs and managing classroom support staff.

The Partnership has three inner city primary schools, St Jude's, St Peter's and Peter Hills.

Our Schools are inclusive and diverse with a student intake that reflects a wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community. The children are lively and love to learn.

Teaching and learning is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring that children achieve excellence, enjoy their time at school and develop into confident, resilient and independent learners.

The Role

We are looking to appoint an exceptional SEN Teacher (Maternity Cover). This is an excellent opportunity to work in a team that will offer the successful candidate a friendly, highly supportiveand committed working environment within a culture of success and professional growth. You will be joining a highly motivated and passionate team who work tirelessly and are committed to help all students fulfil their potential.

The Person

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom teacher with wealth of knowledge and experience working with SEN children, who can inspire and excite students about their learning and passionately believe in giving every child the best possible chance to succeed. The ability to work within a team is essential and candidates will be expected to have good professional relationships across all schools.

• Passionately believe in giving every child the best possible chance to succeed
• Have high expectations of themselves and the children in their care
• Are inspirational teachers and role models
• Have enthusiasm for, and understanding of, the importance of the Christian ethos of a Church School
• Are team players with energy, enthusiasm and a sense of humour
• Have a proven track record of high attendance and resilience

What the school offers its staff

The Benefits

• An innovative approach and a can-do attitude - we believe there is no hierarchy of ideas
• Trust in your expertise - we do not micro-manage
• An enthusiastic, collaborative and supportive staff team from three schools
• Children who care and value each other
• A calm, caring and purposeful environment based on Christian Values and principles
• CPD and Training support from the Diocesan Board of Education and Local Authority

Further details about the role

Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher

Salary range: Inner London Pay Scales Main/UPS + SEN Allowance

Contract type: Maternity Cover (Fix term)

Commencement date: February 2027

Location: The position will be based at Peter Hills with St Mary's & St Paul's Church of England School.

Closing Date: Monday 9th November 2026 (9:00)

Assessment & Interview Date: Week commencing 16th November 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.