SEND Primary Teacher - Rotherham

Justteachers Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Rotherham is seeking a compassionate SEND Teacher to join the internal SEND provision of a welcoming mainstream primary school. This full-time role starts in September and runs until Christmas in the first instance, with potential to become permanent.

You will support pupils with autism, including non-verbal learners, delivering a differentiated curriculum in a nurturing environment and collaborating with support staff and families to foster holistic development.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualifications suitable for a primary SEND setting.
• Proven experience supporting children with autism, including non-verbal learners.
• Knowledge of SEND practices and differentiated curriculum planning.
• Strong communication skills and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised learning for pupils with autism and non-verbal needs.
• Plan and adapt curriculum for accessibility and progress.
• Create a sensory-aware, structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with support staff to deliver routines and interventions.
• Build relationships with families and external professionals.

Skills

Autism support

Differentiated curriculum

Communication with families

Collaboration with staff

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

About the role:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled SEND Teacher to work within the internal SEND provision of a welcoming mainstream primary school in Rotherham. This full‑time position begins in September and will run until Christmas in the first instance, with the potential to become permanent. You will be supporting pupils with autism, including non‑verbal learners, who follow a differentiated curriculum within a nurturing environment. The school is known for its strong inclusive ethos, dedicated leadership, and commitment to providing a calm, structured and supportive space where every child can flourish.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering personalised learning tailored to pupils with autism and non‑verbal communication needs
• Planning and adapting curriculum to ensure accessibility and meaningful progress
• Creating a structured, sensory‑aware environment that supports regulation and engagement
• Working collaboratively with support staff to deliver consistent routines and interventions
• Building strong relationships with families and external professionals to support holistic development

Pre‑requisites:

• Relevant teaching qualifications suitable for working within a primary SEND setting
• Proven experience supporting children with autism, including non‑verbal learners
• Strong knowledge of SEND practice, autism‑specific strategies, and differentiated curriculum planning
• Two education or school‑based referencesAny other relevant requirements for the role, such as excellent communication skills, confidence with EHCP‑led provision, and a current enhanced DBS