SEND Primary Teacher - Specialist Education

Envision Education; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education in North West London is seeking a SEND Primary Teacher to deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with additional needs. You will work within a specialist setting to support academic progress, communication, independence and social development.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, experience with SEND, ability to differentiate, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team while safeguarding pupils.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification is required.
• Experience teaching primary-aged pupils, ideally in a SEND or specialist setting.
• Good understanding of additional needs (autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities, social, emotional and mental health needs).
• Ability to differentiate lessons to meet diverse learning needs.
• Patience, empathy, resilience and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.
• Confident to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with additional needs.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to support individual learning styles and abilities.
• Develop and implement personalised learning plans and individual targets.
• Create a safe, nurturing and structured classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists, parents and other professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and celebrate individual achievements.
• Support pupils' communication, emotional regulation, confidence and independence.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Team collaboration

Patience and empathy

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location: North West London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time | Ongoing opportunity

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher who wants to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Primary Teacher to join a specialist education setting in North West London. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is committed to inclusive education and can create a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to thrive.

The Role

As a SEND Primary Teacher, you will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs, abilities and developmental stages of your pupils. You will play a key role in supporting their academic progress, communication, independence and social development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons tailored to pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to support individual learning styles and abilities.
• Develop and implement personalised learning plans and individual targets.
• Create a safe, nurturing and structured classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists, parents and other professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and celebrate individual achievements.
• Support pupils' communication, emotional regulation, confidence and independence.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent, supportive and individualised approaches.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching primary-aged pupils, ideally within a SEND or specialist setting.
• Has a good understanding of additional needs, which may include autism, communication difficulties, learning disabilities and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Can differentiate lessons effectively to meet a wide range of learning needs.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.
• Is confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why Apply?

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to develop your specialist SEND teaching experience.
• A rewarding role where individual progress and achievements are valued.