Special Needs Teacher - Key Stage 2

Pertemps; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing special school in Coventry is seeking an experienced Special Needs Teacher for a Key Stage 2 class focused on children with moderate learning needs. The role involves planning engaging lessons, supporting pupils' academic and emotional development, and collaborating with a skilled team. Ideal candidates will hold Qualified Teacher Status and have experience with special educational needs. This is a rewarding role in a supportive environment with a commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Opportunity for additional training and development

Personalized career support

Excellent rates of pay

Qualifications

• Experience teaching children with Autism, MLD or similar special educational needs.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach to teaching.
• Ability to inspire confidence and independence in learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach a small class of six Key Stage 2 pupils with moderate learning needs.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists and parents.

Skills

Teaching children with Autism

Teamwork

Communication skills

Adaptability

Organization

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Special Needs Teacher – Key Stage 2 – Moderate Learning Needs

Are you an experienced Special Needs Teacher with a passion for helping children reach their full potential? This warm and inclusive special school in Coventry is seeking a dedicated and creative Special Needs Teacher to teach a small Key Stage 2 class of six pupils with moderate learning needs, including Autism, MLD and Asperger’s.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate and adaptable teacher who can create a supportive and engaging learning environment where every child feels valued and encouraged. You will be supported by a team of skilled Teaching Assistants and a leadership team that truly understands the importance of nurturing both pupils and staff.

Job Role:

• Teaching a small class of six Key Stage 2 pupils with moderate learning needs.
• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Creating a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists and parents to ensure each pupil’s needs are met.
• Supporting pupils’ academic progress, emotional development and social skills.
• Monitoring progress and contributing to personalised learning plans and EHCP reviews.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Primary or SEND specialist.
• Experience teaching children with Autism, MLD or similar special educational needs.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach to teaching.
• The ability to inspire confidence, curiosity and independence in learners.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

In return, you will be joining a well‑resourced and welcoming school that prides itself on its supportive culture, small class sizes and excellent facilities. The leadership team is committed to staff development and wellbeing, ensuring you have everything you need to make a positive impact.

If you are interested in this Special Needs Teacher opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other Special Needs Teacher vacancies or refer a Teacher and ask about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high‑volume of applications we receive only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.