At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach English to small classes of children with special educational needs.
- Company: Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in students' lives.
- Benefits: Starting salary from £35,500, full-time hours, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Early applications encouraged; dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by helping students overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: Relevant teaching qualification and a passion for learning are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35500 - 35500 £ per year.
The role is a Fixed-Term, Full-Time role 5 days per week to be worked Monday to Friday: 08:30am – 17:00pm. Salary from: Starting from £35,500, depending on qualifications and experience. To start: September 2026. Early applications are encouraged.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Secondary English Teacher to join our trans-disciplinary Team supporting small classes of children who have SLCN. The role involves teaching and delivering English lessons to children in KS3 and KS4. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a modified curriculum, based on the National Curriculum, including a range of qualifications (ELC and GCSE). We have class sizes of up to 8 pupils working alongside an experienced team of Speech and Language Therapists, Specific Learning Difficulties teachers, Occupational Therapists and Learning Support Assistants.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for learning
- Willingness and flexibility to teach other lessons as required
- A relevant teaching qualification (applications from primary trained teachers who are keen to work in KS3 and 4, are also welcomed)
- Excellent English skills (clear written and spoken English) along with good reading, writing and numeracy skills
- The ability to build good working relationships with children, teachers, parents and carers
- The ability to work collaboratively as a member of a wider trans-disciplinary team
- Experience of working with children with Special Education Needs (SEN), particularly children on the Autistic Spectrum (although this is not essential)
- Experience of working with young people, ideally including experience managing challenging behaviour
- The ability to manage a small group of children with complex social communication needs
- The ability to promote positive behaviour in a nurturing environment
HOW TO APPLY: Click on the 'Apply now' button below. You can find the application form in the supporting documents below. Please upload your CV and a completed application form. The closing date for applications is 1st September 2026.
This role is subject to the relevant Safeguarding checks, which will include an Enhanced DBS check, the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We can only shortlist based on completed applications and not CV’s alone.
SEN Teacher (Secondary English) in London employer: Blossom House School
As a leading educational institution, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers our staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you will have ample opportunities for growth, while our focus on a transdisciplinary approach allows for innovative teamwork with other specialists. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a competitive salary and a fulfilling environment where your passion for paediatric therapy can truly flourish.
