SEN Teacher

Senploy; Sydenham, Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Peak Education is seeking an experienced SEN Teacher with QTS to join a highly regarded specialist school in South East London on a short-term basis. The role focuses on KS3 provision for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, with small class sizes and strong TA support.

You will deliver a broad curriculum, including GCSE Maths support, and establish consistent routines to support pupils during staff absence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience teaching pupils with Autism and additional SEN needs.
• Ability to teach a range of subjects, including GCSE Maths, where appropriate.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Able to adapt learning to meet diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver KS3 curriculum to a class of ~11 pupils with two LSAs.
• Provide consistency for pupils during staff absence.
• Support GCSE Maths delivery as part of the maths provision.
• Collaborate with SEND team and leadership to track progress.

Skills

QTS

Autism experience

GCSE Maths support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Job description

SEN Teacher (QTS) - KS3 Autism Provision

Sydenham, South East London

Peak Education is seeking an experienced and resilient SEN Teacher with QTS to join a highly regarded specialist school in South East London on a short-term basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and well-resourced provision supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), social communication difficulties and additional SEN needs. The school provides a nurturing environment with small class sizes, strong leadership support and a collaborative multidisciplinary team focused on helping every pupil succeed.

The role involves teaching a KS3 class of approximately 11 pupils, supported by two experienced Learning Support Assistants. Pupils are working at varying levels, with many accessing learning below age-related expectations. The successful candidate will deliver a broad curriculum using a primary-style class teacher model while also supporting GCSE Maths provision.

The school is looking for someone who can hit the ground running, build positive relationships quickly and provide consistency for pupils during a period of staff absence.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience teaching pupils with Autism and additional SEN needs
• Confident delivering a range of subjects across the curriculum
• Comfortable teaching or supporting GCSE Maths
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Able to adapt learning to meet a wide range of needs
• Available to start immediately

The School Offers

• Small class sizes
• Excellent TA/LSA support within the classroom
• Established schemes of work and resources
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Purpose-driven environment where staff make a genuine difference every day

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK
• Recent teaching references

Pay

£180 - £260 per day via Umbrella Company, dependent upon qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.