SEN Teacher

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference?

Do you have the patience, creativity and expertise to support primary-aged pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Could you deliver engaging, personalised lessons that build confidence, emotional resilience, independence and academic progress?

Would you like to join a supportive specialist school where every pupil is valued, understood and encouraged to reach their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teacher to join a specialist SEN school in Brent, supporting primary-aged pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an adaptable and compassionate SEN Teacher to deliver engaging, highly personalised lessons that support pupils'' academic progress, emotional wellbeing, confidence, behaviour and independence.

About the Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated and accessible lessons tailored to the individual needs, abilities and learning styles of pupils with ASD and SEMH. You will create a structured, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe, supported and encouraged to achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils'' individual needs and abilities.
• Adapt teaching approaches, resources and activities to support pupils with ASD and SEMH needs.
• Support pupils to access learning, develop essential skills and make meaningful academic progress.
• Create a safe, structured, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Use positive, consistent and trauma-informed approaches to support engagement and emotional regulation.
• Develop personalised learning opportunities based on pupils'' individual strengths, needs and interests.
• Support pupils to develop communication, social, emotional and life skills.
• Establish clear routines and consistent expectations to encourage positive behaviour and reduce anxiety.
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress, identifying appropriate next steps.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, promoting engagement, confidence and independence.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs and transitions throughout the school day.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and wider support staff to provide consistent and effective support.
• Contribute to EHCP outcomes, individual learning plans and personalised targets.
• Maintain high expectations while recognising and celebrating individual achievements.

About You

The successful SEN Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEN, particularly ASD and/or SEMH.
• A strong understanding of ASD, SEMH and inclusive teaching approaches.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to differentiate and adapt lessons to meet a range of learning needs.
• A patient, calm, compassionate and resilient approach.
• The ability to build strong, positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning.
• An understanding of emotional regulation, sensory needs, behaviour support and positive reinforcement.
• A commitment to supporting pupils'' academic, emotional, social and personal development.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for every learner.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with ASD and SEMH needs.
• The chance to work within a supportive specialist SEN setting in Brent.
• A collaborative and dedicated staff team.
• Ongoing professional development and specialist training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where individual progress and achievement are highly valued.
• The opportunity to develop your experience working with a range of SEND needs.
• A supportive environment focused on emotional wellbeing, communication, independence, positive behaviour and progress.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher who wants to help pupils with ASD and SEMH needs build confidence, develop resilience and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now for your CV to be noticed.