SEN Teacher

Primary Teacher – Local SEND School

Location:

Barnet

Working Hours:

08:30 am – 16:00 pm.

Salary: MPS / UPS + SEN Allowance

Do you have a passion for nurturing the potential of children with special educational needs? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Primary Special Needs Teacher to work across Key Stage 1 and 2, helping to create a supportive, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while advancing your teaching career in a dynamic and caring school community.

Our school is a vibrant and inclusive community that places the well‑being and development of our students at the heart of everything we do. We specialise in supporting children with a range of special educational needs and are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can reach their full potential.

• Plan and deliver individualised lessons: design and implement creative, differentiated lesson plans tailored to the unique needs and abilities of each child.
• Foster holistic development: support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth, encouraging confidence and independence.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs): collaborate with colleagues, parents and external professionals to create and monitor IEPs for your students.
• Create a positive learning environment: establish an inclusive and structured classroom where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn.
• Assess and monitor progress: regularly evaluate and document student achievements, adapting teaching strategies to ensure continuous progress.
• Work collaboratively: partner with teaching assistants, therapists and other staff to provide comprehensive support for each student.
• Promote inclusion: champion a culture of acceptance and understanding across the school community.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience or a specialist qualification in SEN teaching (desirable).
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and how to adapt it to meet diverse learning needs.
• Expertise in working with children with a range of SEN, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), speech and language difficulties and developmental delays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, families and staff effectively.
• Creativity, patience and resilience to meet the challenges and celebrate the achievements of SEN teaching.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies, sensory strategies and alternative communication methods (e.g. Makaton, PECs) is advantageous.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

• Empathy and patience: understanding and responding to the unique challenges faced by SEN students.
• Adaptability: tailoring teaching approaches to meet varied learning styles and needs.
• Innovative thinking: using creative techniques to inspire and engage students.
• Collaboration:
  
  working closely with colleagues, parents and external professionals to support each child holistically.
• Dedication to inclusion: a firm belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.

All applicants must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work.