SEND Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

CPD courses access

Long-term placements

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Sutton, South London, is recruiting a qualified SEND Teacher to support pupils aged 3–19 with Autism, SLD and PMLD in a specialist school. You will plan differentiated lessons and develop communication and life skills.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team on-site to monitor progress, support EHCPs and contribute to annual reviews. This temporary, full-time role offers £150–£200 per day.

Qualifications

• QTS – essential for the role.
• Experience teaching pupils with Autism, SLD or PMLD.
• Ability to adapt lessons to individual needs.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and safeguarding best practices.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated SEND lessons.
• Develop individualised learning programmes for each pupil.
• Support EHCPs, monitor progress, and contribute to reviews.
• Build communication, literacy, numeracy and life skills.
• Collaborate with therapists and teaching staff.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and regulate emotions.
• Record pupil progress and identify development areas.
• Lead classroom staff to maintain a safe, inclusive environment.
• Build strong relationships with parents and external professionals.

Skills

SEND teaching experience

Autism/SLD/PMLD knowledge

EHCPs knowledge

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Are you a qualified SEND Teacher passionate about supporting children and young people with complex learning needs?

Do you have experience teaching pupils with Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)?

Are you committed to creating an inclusive, engaging and supportive learning environment where every pupil can achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for an experienced and dedicated SEND Teacher to join a welcoming and highly supportive specialist SEND school in Sutton, South London.

The school supports children and young people aged 3–19 with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism, severe and complex learning difficulties, physical disabilities, sensory needs and communication difficulties.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate SEND Teacher to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, helping pupils develop their communication, independence, emotional regulation and essential life skills.

The Role

As a SEND Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with Autism, PMLD, SLD and complex learning needs.
• Creating individualised learning programmes that support academic, social and emotional development.
• Supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), monitoring progress and contributing to annual reviews.
• Developing communication, independence, literacy, numeracy and essential life skills.
• Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.
• Implementing positive behaviour support strategies and helping pupils develop emotional and sensory regulation.
• Assessing and recording pupil progress, celebrating achievements and identifying areas for development.
• Leading and supporting classroom staff to ensure a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.

The Ideal SEND Teacher Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Essential.
• Recent and successful classroom teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of teaching strategies for pupils with Autism, SLD and/or PMLD.
• Previous experience working within a specialist SEND school (desirable).
• Experience adapting the curriculum to meet individual learning needs.
• A good understanding of EHCPs, safeguarding and positive behaviour support.
• Excellent communication, classroom management and organisational skills.
• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach to teaching.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

What TeacherActive Can Offer You

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated SEND recruitment consultant with specialist knowledge of SEND education.
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progress platform.
• Opportunities for long-term placements and professional development.
• A supportive recruitment process and ongoing guidance.
• Referral opportunities through our TeacherActive Referral Scheme.

Company Details

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £150 to £200 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: SM6 0AB

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 14 Oct 2026

Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Additional Company Information

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Contact: Geoff Jones

TeacherActive – London SEND Team