SEN Teacher
Location: Barnet, HA8
Contract: Long-term/Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Commutable From: Edgware, Finchley, Enfield, Harrow, Borehamwood
The Opportunity:
Long Term Futures are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a specialist provision in the Barnet area from September 2026.
The school supports pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), communication needs, and associated developmental challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified teacher with experience in Primary and/or Specialist SEN settings who is passionate about delivering personalised learning and helping pupils achieve their full potential.
You will join a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to providing a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with complex SEN needs
- Support pupils in achieving EHCP targets through personalised learning programmes
- Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet a range of communication, sensory, and learning needs
- Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists, SENCOs, and families
- Monitor and assess pupil progress, ensuring positive educational and developmental outcomes
- Promote independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing through inclusive practice
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
- Experience teaching within a Primary School or Specialist SEN setting
- Strong understanding of complex needs, including ASD, SLD, and communication difficulties
- Experience delivering highly differentiated lessons and personalised learning plans
- Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills
- Passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
Why Long Term Futures?
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process
- Access to specialist SEN CPD and professional development opportunities
- Long-term/permanent opportunities within highly regarded specialist provisions
- A personalised approach focused on finding the right school for your experience and career goals
What's Next?
- Apply with your updated CV
- Have an introductory call with our team
- Get matched with the right specialist provision in Barnet
- Attend an interview and school visit
- Start your new role in September with continued support from us
If you are a qualified secondary teacher in another subject, we are also recruiting across a range of disciplines, please apply to discuss alternative opportunities.
Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.
Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. 