SEN Teacher (Autism) – Small Classes, Handsworth

SMART Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking a Teacher of SEN in Handsworth to join a supportive team working with primary pupils with Autism and communication needs.

You will deliver tailored lessons in small classes, building confidence, social skills and independence while collaborating with assistants and therapists. Roles start September 2026 on a long-term contract with potential for permanence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Minimum of 6 months' experience teaching in a UK SEN setting.
• Proven experience supporting pupils with Autism and communication needs.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to provide references covering the previous 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons matching the individual needs of pupils.
• Support pupils with Autism, communication needs, and other additional learning requirements.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt learning to reflect each student's targets.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and therapists across the school and promote positive behaviour.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

Autism support

DBS check

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking a Teacher of SEN in Handsworth to join a supportive team working with primary pupils with Autism and communication needs.

You will deliver tailored lessons in small classes, building confidence, social skills and independence while collaborating with assistants and therapists. Roles start September 2026 on a long-term contract with potential for permanence.