SEN Teacher
Salary: £34,398 - £48,913 per annum (M1 – UPS1 Fringe)
+ £5,000 Welcome Bonus for Qualified Teachers*
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Hours: Start time 8:15am. Finish times: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 4:45pm, Tuesday 5:00pm, Friday 4:00pm.
Location: Surrey
Simply Education are excited to be working with a school that is seeking a passionate and dedicated Nurture Teacher to join their growing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a specialist SEND secondary school supporting young people aged 11–16 with social communication needs, emotional regulation challenges and sensory processing differences, commonly associated with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
The school provides a broad, engaging and highly personalised curriculum designed around each student's individual strengths, interests and aspirations. With small class sizes, exceptional levels of classroom support and a multidisciplinary team of specialists, staff are empowered to make a genuine and lasting impact on the lives of young people.
As a SEN Teacher, you will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive and inspiring learning environment where students can thrive both academically and personally.
The Role
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and learning for students with autism and a range of additional needs. You will support pupils who may have multiple learning difficulties and, at times, present behaviours that require a calm, nurturing and consistent approach.
Working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will help students develop confidence, resilience and independence while achieving their individual educational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of learners.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum.
- Plan, prepare and assess learning through effective short, medium and long-term planning.
- Set, monitor and review personalised learning targets for students.
- Track and report on student progress through written reports, reviews and parent meetings.
- Create structured, motivating and challenging learning environments.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, support staff and families.
- Contribute to EHCP reviews, Personal Education Plans (PEPs) and Looked After Child (LAC) reviews.
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of autism and best practices in SEND education.
- Support positive behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.
- Foster a nurturing, inclusive and non-confrontational learning environment.
- Adapt to the changing needs of the school and support wider school activities when required.
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience working within specialist education or SEND settings.
- Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
- Strong understanding of differentiated teaching and personalised learning approaches.
- Knowledge of the National Curriculum.
- Understanding of autism, social communication needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
- Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
- A nurturing, resilient and adaptable approach to teaching.
Desirable
- Additional SEND qualifications or specialist training.
- Experience developing or adapting curriculum content for learners with SEND.
- Knowledge of co-occurring conditions associated with autism and their impact on learning.
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary package.
- £5,000 welcome bonus for qualified teachers.*
- Small class sizes and high staff-to-student ratios.
- Extensive professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with SEND.
- Be part of an exciting and growing specialist education provision.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within specialist education, we would love to hear from you.
SEIN/PERM/TCH
Pay: £34,398.00-£48,913.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
