SEN Teacher - Secondary Academy, Mitcham (South London)

Teaching Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary academy in Mitcham is seeking an enthusiastic Specialist SEN Teacher to lead literacy intervention programs for students with additional needs. The successful candidate will collaborate with staff to raise standards across the curriculum and contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching SEN learners with ASD, SLCN, and complex cognitive needs.
• Strong background in literacy interventions (Phonics, Lexia, Hackney Literature).
• Familiarity with SEND Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality KS3 literacy intervention programmes.
• Monitor progress and ensure personalized learning approaches.
• Work collaboratively with staff to support SEN and underachieving students.

Skills

Literacy intervention

Speech and language interventions

Differentiation

Behaviour management

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Specialist SEN Teacher - Secondary Academy, Mitcham (South London)
Location: Mitcham, South London
Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Please note: Our client does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role:
Our client, a forward-thinking and inclusive secondary academy in Mitcham, is seeking to appoint a Specialist SEN Teacher to lead on KS3 Literacy intervention programmes including Phonics, Lexia, and Hackney Literature. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN specialist who is passionate about improving outcomes for students with additional needs.

As a key member of the SEND team, you will raise standards of attainment and achievement for targeted groups of students (including SEN, EAL, and underachieving pupils), monitor progress, and ensure personalised learning approaches are delivered consistently across the curriculum.

Main Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality KS3 literacy intervention programmes (Phonics, Lexia, Hackney Literature)

• Raise attainment and progress of SEN, EAL, and underachieving students across subjects

• Deliver speech and language interventions to support communication and interaction development

• Monitor student progress, particularly those on the SEND register

• Design and implement a personalised and relevant curriculum for students on alternative pathways

• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure effective differentiation and targeted support

• Plan, prepare and deliver interventions, assess impact, and report on student progress

• Support the wider teaching team by implementing strategies advised by external professionals (e.g. SALT, OT)

• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment with consistent behaviour management strategies

• Contribute to whole-school SEND development and best practice sharing

What We Are Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Proven experience teaching SEN learners, particularly students with ASD, SLCN, and complex cognitive needs

• Strong background in literacy intervention programmes (ideally Lexia, Hackney Literature, and Phonics)

• Experience teaching speech and language interventions

• Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and best practice in differentiation and inclusive teaching

• Ability to work with external professionals to implement individualised support stra