Special Needs Teacher

Reeson Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in London is seeking a compassionate Special Needs Teacher to support a small class of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The role involves creating individualized lessons, fostering communication, and working closely with a dedicated SEN team. The ideal candidate will have QTS/QTLS and experience in SEN/ASD settings. This rewarding position allows you to make a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Small class sizes with high support levels

Collaborative SEN team

Opportunities for professional development

Rewarding role impacting student progress

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in SEN/ASD settings.
• Skilled in supporting non-verbal learners with communication strategies.
• Patient, creative, and resilient in teaching approach.
• Strong organisational skills for lesson planning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, individualised lessons for children with ASD.
• Continuously plan lessons based on children's progress.
• Implement strategies to encourage communication and independence.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and SEN team.

Skills

Experience in SEN/ASD settings

Supporting non-verbal learners

Knowledge of communication aids

Strong organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

Overview

Special Needs Teacher - Brent - ASAP Start

Monday to Friday - 9:30am to 2:30pm

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Teacher to lead a small class of 7-9 children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The students are primarily non-verbal and require a highly supportive and nurturing learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, individualised lessons that support the holistic development of each child.

• Continuous planning throughout the year to adapt to the children\'s progress and needs (no formal marking required).

• Implement effective strategies to encourage communication, independence, and personal growth.

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and the wider SEN team to ensure the best outcomes for students.

• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.

Ideal Candidate

• A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with experience in SEN/ASD settings.

• Skilled in supporting non-verbal learners, with knowledge of communication aids and strategies (PECS, Makaton, AAC beneficial).

• Patient, creative, and resilient, with a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

• Strong organisational skills to plan and adapt lessons continuously.

What We Offer

• Small class sizes with high levels of support.

• A collaborative, supportive SEN team.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day.

If the role of Special Needs Teacher appeals to you, you are committed to supporting children with complex needs and want to work in a role where your planning and creativity directly impact student progress, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England\'s Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%