SEN Specialist Teacher Primary

SEN Specialist Teacher Primary (CC-sensepi)

Location:

Birmingham, England

Sector:
Education & Training

Salary: £150.00 to £220.00 per hour

Contract type:
Full Time, Monday to Friday

Start date:

September 2026

Duration:
Long-term with potential for a permanent position

This rewarding opportunity is ideal for a qualified teacher with a strong background in Special Educational Needs (SEN) who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional learning needs to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. Working within a nurturing and well‑resourced environment, you will be responsible for delivering personalised learning experiences to a small class of pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH needs, and moderate learning difficulties.

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Develop and implement personalised learning programmes aligned with EHCP targets and individual outcomes.
• Create a positive, structured and nurturing classroom environment that promotes confidence, independence and achievement.
• Utilise a range of evidence‑based SEN teaching strategies, including multi‑sensory and communication‑focused approaches.
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress accurately, adapting provision where necessary.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants to maximise pupil engagement and learning outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals to ensure consistency of support.
• Participate in annual reviews, multi‑agency meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Support pupils' emotional regulation, wellbeing and personal development.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and contribute to a culture of inclusion and respect.

• Specialist provision supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs.
• Small class sizes allowing for personalised teaching and meaningful pupil relationships.
• Experienced leadership team with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Excellent SEN resources, sensory spaces and therapeutic support services.
• Dedicated pastoral and safeguarding teams.
• Accessible location within the B20 area with good public transport links.
• A welcoming and collaborative staff team focused on achieving the best outcomes for every child.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven experience teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs, SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse learning needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

• Experience working within specialist schools, resource bases or alternative provision settings.
• Additional SEN qualifications or specialist training.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, communication needs or complex learning difficulties.
• Knowledge of sensory integration approaches, PECS, Makaton or similar communication systems.

• Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing professional development and SEN‑specific training opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teacher looking for a fulfilling role starting in September, we would love to hear from you.