SEND Primary Teacher (ASD)

Philosophy Education; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a passionate and dedicated SEND Primary Teacher for a full-time role in Southwark, London. Join a supportive team working with pupils with autism and SEN needs, focusing on tailored teaching methods and inclusive education.

Benefits

Training provided for Team Teach certification

Access to multidisciplinary support team

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism, SEMH, and challenging behaviour.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Team Teach training beneficial, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, tailored lessons to meet a wide range of needs.
• Create a positive, structured, and predictable classroom environment.
• Record and report on progress, contribute to review meetings, and liaise with parents/carers.

Skills

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEND Primary Teacher – Southwark, South East London

Location: Southwark Borough
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier)
Hours: Full-Time 8:30am – 4:00pm
Daily Rate: £190 – £280 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Long-Term Temp-to-Perm

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEND Primary Teacher looking to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with additional needs? We are working with a fantastic specialist school in Southwark, South East London, catering to pupils with autism, behaviours that challenge, and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.

This is a full-time opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team, committed to creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.

About the School:

• Specialist setting for pupils aged 5–11 with autism, SEMH, and complex behavioural needs
• Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
• Access to a multidisciplinary support team, including therapists and behaviour specialists
• Strong, supportive leadership with a clear vision for inclusive education
• Team Teach approach embedded across the school – training provided if not yet certified

The Role:

• Full-time teaching role (8:30am–4:00pm), leading a small group of pupils with EHCPs
• Develop and deliver engaging, tailored lessons to meet a wide range of needs
• Work closely with experienced Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, and therapists
• Create a positive, structured, and predictable classroom environment
• Record and report on progress, contribute to review meetings, and liaise with parents/carers

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs and experienced SEND teachers welcome
• Experience supporting children with autism, SEMH, and challenging behaviour
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Strong behaviour management skills and a passion for inclusive teaching
• Team Teach training beneficial – but full training will be provided

If you are a qualified teacher looking for an SEND Teacher position, please apply ASAP with an up-to –date CV outlining your skills and experience.