Part time SEN Teacher, ACADEMICS

Part time SEN Teacher, ACADEMICS – Maternity Cover – January 2026

Are you a passionate SEN teacher looking for a new opportunity in a “Good” rated school? Do you have experience teaching children with ASD and complex needs? Are you ready to start a role this January? Join our specialist school.

This specialist co‑educational school in Colchester supports children and young people aged 3‑19 with autism and additional complex needs. It provides a nurturing, therapeutic environment with on‑site occupational and speech and language therapy.

• SEN school located in Colchester

• Maternity Cover – start January 2026

• Part‑time, 3 days a week
• Salary: M1-UPS3 (subject to experience) plus SEN allowance

• Plan and deliver personalised, engaging learning that meets the needs of pupils with autism and complex needs, ensuring progress across the curriculum.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment, promoting pupils' personal, social, and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team – including therapists and support staff – to provide consistent, holistic support for each learner.
• Lead the day‑to‑day organisation of the classroom, including managing staff, supporting pupils' routines, and supervising break and lunchtime activities.
• Uphold high professional standards and safeguarding practices, working in line with school policies and the autism accreditation framework.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have completed an undergraduate degree.
• Have experience or training in SEN, particularly autism and complex needs.
• Understand early communication development.
• Have experience supporting pupils with autism or learning disabilities in an educational setting.
• Bring patience, positivity, enthusiasm, and a genuine commitment to supporting young people.

To apply, please send your CV to the email address in the job posting or call .