SEN Teacher in Surrey

SEN Teacher - Complex Needs & Pre-Formal Curriculum Location: Guildford, Surrey Salary/Rate: Dependent on experience Contract: Permanent or long-term Start Date: ASAP SEND Inclusion Support are recruiting on behalf of a valued specialist school in Guildford for an experienced SEN Teacher to work with pupils with complex learning and communication needs. This is a specialist teaching role suited to someone who is confident working with non-speaking pupils and young people with complex SEND , including those with PMLD, SLD and pre-formal developmental profiles. The school is developing its provision and is looking for a teacher who can bring strong SEN pedagogy, creativity and a genuinely child-centred approach to the classroom. The role You will lead learning for pupils working within a pre-formal or semi-formal curriculum , with a strong focus on communication, engagement, development and independence. You will need to be confident adapting learning around the individual pupil rather than relying solely on chronological age or traditional classroom approaches. This may include: Developing communication-led teaching for non-speaking pupils Using AAC and other communication approaches Planning sensory and engagement-based learning Supporting pupils with complex learning and developmental needs Using intensive interaction approaches where appropriate Supporting sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing Using developmental assessment to identify and celebrate progress Supporting personal care and physical needs where required Working closely with a high level of Teaching Assistant support Developing meaningful, individualised learning opportunities Working collaboratively with families and the wider specialist team What we're looking for We are looking for a teacher who has a strong understanding of specialist SEN practice and is confident working with pupils who may communicate, learn and engage in very different ways. You may have experience within: PMLD or SLD settings Specialist autism provision Complex needs schools Pre-formal or semi-formal curriculum AAC and alternative communication Sensory-based learning Intensive interaction Complex physical or medical needs Most importantly, you will understand that specialist SEN pedagogy comes first and that successful teaching starts with understanding how each individual pupil communicates, learns and experiences the world. Why join this role? This is an opportunity to join a developing specialist provision where you can have a genuine influence on practice and help shape an environment around the needs of the pupils. If you are an experienced SEN Teacher who enjoys creative, highly individualised teaching and wants to work with pupils with complex needs, we'd love to hear from you. Safeguarding SEND Inclusion Support is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, right to work verification, references and any other checks relevant to the role and setting. TPBN1_UKTJ