Special Needs Teacher (Autism/Complex Needs)

Parker Smith Inclusion; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist SEND recruitment agency is seeking a qualified SEND Teacher to join an inclusive school in Sutton. The role involves planning and delivering personalised lessons for students with Autism and Complex Needs on a part-time basis (Wednesday to Friday). The ideal candidate will have QTS and a genuine passion for inclusive education. Competitive pay and ongoing support are provided.

Benefits

Ongoing support and CPD opportunities

Access to exclusive roles

Supportive SEN recruitment team

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with Autism and Complex Needs.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs.
• Proven background in SEND education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons tailored to meet students' complex needs.
• Collaborate with support staff, therapists, and leaders.
• Foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Differentiated planning

Multi-sensory approaches

Resilience and adaptability

Passion for inclusive education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

SEND Teacher – KS3/KS4 (Autism/Complex Needs) – Location: Sutton. Days: Wednesday – Friday (3 days per week) – ASAP Start Date. Contract: Part-Time 3 days a week | Long-Term. Pay: M1 - M6 | PAYE (no umbrella of hidden fees/deductions). We will consider an Unqualified Teacher if there is a strong background in SEND teaching.

Parker Smith Inclusion is proud to represent a welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking specialist setting catering to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, teaching a class of Autistic, pre-verbal pupils with complex needs and dysregulation.

We are seeking a qualified and passionate SEND Teacher to join this remarkable school community on a part-time basis (Wednesday to Friday).

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to meet the complex needs of students with Autism, Complex Needs, sensory seeking needs, and dysregulation.
• Collaborate closely with a skilled team of support staff, therapists, and senior leaders.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and stimulating learning environment where every pupil can thrive.
• Use creativity and compassion to support students’ holistic development and independence.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential, but we will consider Unqualified Teachers with a proven background in teaching SEND students.
• Proven experience working with students with Autism, SLD, and other SEND needs, ideally within a specialist or alternative provision.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs, differentiated planning, and multi-sensory approaches.
• Resilience, adaptability and a genuine passion for inclusive education.

Why Work with Us?

• Join a highly supportive and experienced SEN recruitment team that genuinely cares about finding the right fit for you.
• Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement, including CPD opportunities and expert guidance.

If you are a dedicated SEN Teacher who thrives on making a meaningful difference and is available from Wednesday to Friday, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, contact Jamie at PS Inclusion and apply to this advert!

Parker Smith Inclusion – Specialists in SEND Education