Specialist SEN Teacher

Pertemps Education Network; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a Specialist SEN Teacher for temporary cover in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should have a relevant teaching qualification and experience in delivering Early Years to KS3 curriculum for pupils with complex social communication needs, including Autism. The role emphasizes collaboration with support staff and creating a nurturing classroom. Competitive rates and ongoing support are offered, making this a fulfilling opportunity to impact students' lives immediately.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant

Opportunities for long-term placements

Free safeguarding and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Experience with the Equals curriculum preferred.
• Experience using AAC/symbol-supported communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver developmentally appropriate lessons for pupils with social communication needs.
• Create a calm, low-arousal classroom environment.
• Collaborate with therapists to implement SCERTS-based strategies.

Skills

Confidence

Enthusiasm

Compassion

Strong behaviour-support skills

Excellent spoken and written English

Education

Relevant teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent)

Job description

Specialist SEN Teacher – Temporary Cover (EYS-KS3) Complex Social Communication Needs | Immediate Start

Are you an experienced and passionate teacher looking to make a genuine difference in a highly supportive, therapeutic SEND environment? Our agency is working in partnership with a specialist provision seeking a flexible and skilled SEN Teacher to deliver temporary teaching cover for pupils from Early Years through to KS3 with complex social communication needs.

You will join a dedicated multi‑disciplinary team of LSAs, Speech & Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists, providing a low‑arousal, nurturing and communication‑rich environment. The school follows the Equals Curriculum and the SCERTS Framework, and you will play a key role in maintaining a highly structured, therapeutic approach to learning.

The Role

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons for pupils with social communication needs across EYS-KS3.
• Create a calm, low-arousal classroom environment that supports emotional regulation and communication.
• Work closely with therapists and support staff to implement SCERTS-based strategies.
• Contribute to assessment, target-setting, and progress monitoring in line with the Equals curriculum.
• Lead and inspire a small group of pupils using creative, communication-friendly approaches.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A relevant teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent).
• Confidence, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for supporting children with SEN.
• Experience delivering Early Years / KS1 curriculum, including foundational literacy and numeracy.
• Experience with the Equals curriculum (advantageous but not essential).
• A background or strong interest in working with pupils with profound and complex needs, particularly Autism.
• Excellent spoken and written English, with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience using AAC/symbol-supported communication systems.
• Strong behaviour-support skills, with the ability to promote positive behaviour in a nurturing way.
• The ability to lead, motivate and manage a small group of pupils with social communication needs.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach to behaviour that challenges.

Why Join Through Our Agency?

• Competitive daily rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN specialist consultant
• Opportunities for long‑term or repeat placements
• Free safeguarding and CPD opportunities

If you are a caring, skilled educator who thrives in specialist settings and is ready to make an immediate impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure an interview.