Early Years SEN Teacher (autism) in London

We are expanding our Early Years provision this September and are looking for an inspiring Early Years Teacher to join our vibrant, ambitious team. This is a permanent role starting in the Autumn term and offers a fantastic opportunity to help shape a growing department and make a real difference to our children and families. At Woodside, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking staff team passionate about creating joyful, meaningful learning experiences.

We offer a comprehensive, bespoke CPD programme throughout the year and pride ourselves on developing staff at every stage of their career. All our pupils have an EHCP and are working significantly below age‑related expectations, so this role is ideal for teachers with experience or training in Early Years, Primary, or Specialist settings. We also welcome ECTs and those with experience in SEN and autism who are eager to grow their practice.

We follow an EYFS/Primary model of teaching all the way up to Year 13, with specialist teaching introduced from Year 10 onward – offering a unique opportunity to develop your skills across a wide range of ages while still working within a nurturing, Early Years‑informed approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, personalised provision for children with autism and complex needs.
• Plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons that meet EYFS/Primary and SEN standards.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Collaborate with the team to promote inclusive, supportive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Passionate about high quality personalised provision for children with autism.
• Excellent teaching experience or expertise with pupils with complex needs in EYFS/Primary/Special Needs.
• Positive role model, encouraging positive relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Resilient practitioner committed to further development.
• Enjoys working closely with others to effect positive change.

Benefits

• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils and students.
• Committed and caring staff team.
• Proactive and supportive senior leadership team.
• Collaborative approach to planning and problem‑solving.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing extensive CPD programme.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and talents.
• Small class sizes with a high staff/pupil ratio.
• Free parking on site.
• Multi‑Academy Trust benefits such as discounts on gym and wellbeing services, access to free occupational health and employee assistance programmes.

Equal Opportunities

London South East Academies Trust is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we will offer an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role. If you have any accessibility needs or require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.

Please note that if a suitable applicant is identified, we may close the advert before the published closing date. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, Children’s or Adult’s Barred List check. Standard right‑to‑work checks apply. The Trust’s DBS policy is available on request.