SEN Teacher

Smart Teachers; London Borough of Barnet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking an SEN Primary/Nurture Teacher in North Finchley starting January 2026. This role offers an excellent opportunity for newly qualified teachers passionate about working in nurturing environments with children who have complex needs. Applicants should hold a recognised UK teaching qualification and show a genuine interest in special educational needs. Competitive daily rates and professional development support are provided.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in working with children with SEND.
• Ability to engage and inspire learners with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Work with a small Year 7/8 group at a primary level.
• Support pupils with complex SEMH needs.

Skills

Passionate about teaching in a non-mainstream environment

Caring and compassionate approach

Creativity in delivering lessons

Experience working with children with SEND

Education

Recognised UK teaching qualification (QTS or QTLS)

Job description

SEN Primary/Nurture Teacher

North Finchley, North London

£200 per day (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

Start date: Jan 2026

Hours: 09:00 to 15:00 (Monday to Friday)

Are you looking for a new teaching role for January? Or looking for more flexible hours?

We are currently supporting an SEMH provision in North Finchley who are seeking a full-time SEN Primary Teacher to work with a small Year 7/8 group being taught at a primary level. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in nurturing, relationship‑focused environments and is confident supporting pupils with complex SEMH needs.

Key Requirements

• Be passionate about teaching in a non‑mainstream environment and embrace the unique opportunities provided by a special school setting.
• Demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach, using creativity to deliver inclusive, engaging, and inspiring lessons.
• Hold a recognised UK teaching qualification (QTS or QTLS).
• Have experience or a strong interest in working with children with SEND, gained through Initial Teacher Training (ITT) or other opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified teacher eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with complex needs and learning difficulties.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market‑leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK‑employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world‑class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are an ECT Special Needs Teacher who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

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