SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher

Location:

Brick Lane School, London E2 6DY

Contract:

Permanent – Term Time Only

Start:
November 2026

Salary:
Up to £51,000 per annum (depending on experience).

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm.

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Brick Lane School, we believe every child deserves an education that celebrates their individuality, builds on their strengths and empowers them to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

We're looking for a passionate, creative and nurturing SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team and make a genuine difference to the lives of children with Special Educational Needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach in a specialist setting where relationships come first, every achievement is celebrated, and you'll have the freedom to deliver engaging, personalised learning that truly transforms lives.

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons that inspire learning and support pupils to reach their full potential.
• Create and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs) and personalised learning programmes.
• Monitor, assess and celebrate pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Create a nurturing, structured and inclusive classroom where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed.
• Promote pupils' emotional wellbeing, resilience, independence and positive behaviour through relationship‑based practice.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, families and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver consistent, holistic support.
• Organise stimulating learning environments, resources and sensory experiences that encourage curiosity and engagement.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, supporting curriculum development and continuous school improvement.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Primary teaching qualification or degree is essential.
• Experience in EYFS and multi‑sensory approaches to teaching is highly desirable.
• Experience working with children and young people with SEN, SEMH or complex needs is desirable.
• A creative, adaptable and nurturing teacher who can personalise learning to meet individual needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient professional who builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Brick Lane School is an independent specialist school in East London for autistic pupils.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.