Primary Mainstream SEND Teacher

Primary Mainstream SEND Teacher (CSSENDTeacher) City of Preston, England

Job Title: SEND Teacher (EYFS - Year
2)
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: M3 - UPS (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Preston is seeking an experienced and passionate SEND Teacher to join their dedicated team from September 2026
.

This is a full-time role within the school’s specialist provision, supporting pupils from EYFS to Year 2 who present with a range of additional needs
, with a significant focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The successful candidate will lead tailored teaching and interventions, ensuring all learners are supported, challenged, and celebrated.

• Plan, deliver and assess high-quality, individualised teaching for pupils with SEND, primarily ASD.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing classroom environment that promotes engagement and learning.
• Work closely with support staff, external agencies, and families to ensure consistent and effective provision.
• Contribute to EHCP reviews and maintain detailed records of progress and support strategies.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage independence, communication, and social development.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in a primary setting, ideally across EYFS to KS1.
• A strong background in supporting pupils with SEND, particularly those with ASD.
• Excellent knowledge of adaptive teaching strategies and early childhood development.
• A nurturing, flexible approach and the ability to work as part of a collaborative, supportive team.

• A positive and supportive working environment.
• Access to high-quality CPD and SEND-focused training.
• A well-resourced SEND provision with a strong leadership team.