SEND Primary Teacher

TimePlan Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a SEND Primary Teacher for a specialist all-through SEND school in Cambridge, starting September 2025. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for supporting autistic learners, implement personalized teaching strategies, and work in collaboration with TAs and therapy teams to foster a nurturing classroom environment.

Benefits

Personalised support from a dedicated SEND consultant

Competitive rates in line with MPS/UPS

Access to long-term roles and permanent SEND opportunities

Free CPD and SEND-specific training courses

Qualifications

• Experiences working with children with ASC and SEND in a specialist setting is preferred.
• A patient, calm, and adaptive approach to teaching and behaviour support.
• Genuine commitment to inclusive and therapeutic education.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary-aged pupils (4-11) with ASC and additional SEND using personalized strategies.
• Create a consistent classroom environment supporting routine and emotional regulation.
• Implement EHCP targets and sensory integration strategies.
• Work with TAs and therapy teams to deliver holistic education.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: SEND Primary Teacher - ASC Focus (Ongoing Temporary Role)
Location: Cambridge
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Temporary
Salary: Paid to Scale (MPS/UPS)

TimePlan Education is working in partnership with a well-regarded all-through SEND school in Cambridge that caters to pupils aged 4 to 16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a range of complex learning and communication needs.

We are currently seeking a passionate and flexible SEND Primary Teacher to join the primary department on a full-time, ongoing temporary basis starting in September 2025.

About the School:

This specialist all-through school provides a highly structured and nurturing environment for children and young people with a variety of additional needs. Pupils are supported through small class sizes, a high staff-to-student ratio, and access to therapeutic provision. The school is particularly well-equipped to support pupils with ASC, SEMH, and communication difficulties, and places a strong emphasis on emotional well-being, independence, and tailored learning.

About the Role:

• Teach a class of primary-aged pupils (4-11) with ASC and additional SEND, using personalised, differentiated strategies to meet individual needs.

• Create a calm and consistent classroom environment that supports routine, communication, and emotional regulation.

• Implement EHCP targets, sensory integration strategies, and structured teaching approaches such as TEACCH or visual timetables.

• Work closely with a dedicated team of TAs, the SENCO, and onsite therapy teams to deliver holistic education and care.

• Track academic and developmental progress using SEND-appropriate assessment tools.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience working with children with ASC and SEND, preferably in a specialist setting

• A patient, calm, and adaptive approach to teaching and behaviour support

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• A genuine commitment to inclusive and therapeutic education

Why Work with TimePlan Education?

• A dedicated SEND consultant offering personalised support

• Competitive rates paid weekly in line with MPS/UPS

• Ongoing access to long-term roles and permanent SEND opportunities

• Free CPD and SEND-specific training courses

If you're an enthusiastic and nurturing teacher with a passion for supporting autistic learners in a specialist setting, we would love to hear from you.

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