SEND Primary Teacher

Cover People; Stretford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily pay

Dedicated consultant

Permanent opportunity

Friendly supportive staff

SEND specialist experience

Make a difference every day

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting a SEND Primary Teacher for a specialist primary school in Trafford, starting September 2026. You will teach a KS2 class of pupils with complex learning needs, delivering differentiated lessons aligned to EHCP outcomes.

The role is full-time and long-term, with potential for permanency. You will collaborate with Teaching Assistants, therapists, and the wider SEND team, monitor progress, and build strong relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching primary pupils, preferably in SEND or specialist settings.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Teach a KS2 class of pupils with complex learning needs.
• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons aligned to EHCP outcomes.
• Create a calm, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and the SEND team.
• Monitor progress and support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

SEND experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

DBS Update Service

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Cover People are recruiting! Are you a passionate SEND Primary Teacher looking for an outstanding school? Would you like to make a real difference in a specialist primary school supporting pupils with complex learning needs? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Role: SEND Primary Teacher – Trafford

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Long-term (with potential for a permanent position)

Hours: Monday to Friday

Pay: £160–230 per day DOE – paid PAYE direct via Cover People.

The Role

• Teach a KS2 class of pupils with complex learning needs.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.
• Create a calm, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and the wider SEND team.
• Monitor progress and support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.

About the School

Specialist primary school for pupils with complex learning needs.

Supportive and experienced leadership team.

Well-resourced classrooms and excellent SEND facilities.

Strong focus on personalised learning and pupil wellbeing.

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.

Easily accessible across Trafford with free on-site parking.

Benefits

• Excellent daily pay.
• Dedicated Cover People consultant.
• Opportunity for a permanent role.
• Friendly and supportive staff team.
• High-quality specialist SEND experience.
• Chance to make a genuine difference every day.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching primary-aged pupils, ideally within SEND or specialist settings.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to Work in the UK and two professional references.