The school supports autistic learners with multiple and complex barriers to learning. Students may also have severe learning difficulties, sensory processing needs, physical disabilities and complex medical requirements.
The successful SEN Teacher will work primarily with Post-16 learners, helping them develop their communication, independence, life skills, social interaction and emotional wellbeing as they prepare for adulthood.
Sen Teacher
Company: TeacherActive Ltd
Salary: £190 to £300 a day
Hours: Full-time
Location: SM5
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Temporary
Posting date: 7 Oct 2026
Closing date: 6 Nov 2026
Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Sutton, South London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Age Group: Post-16 – teaching learners up to 19 years old
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging, highly differentiated lessons for Post-16 SEND students
- Support learners with PMLD, SLD, autism and complex learning needs
- Develop communication, independence and functional life skills
- Prepare Post-16 learners for greater independence and adulthood
- Support sensory regulation, social interaction and emotional wellbeing
- Use Makaton, AAC devices, communication switches and sensory-based approaches
- Work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, OTs, physiotherapists and healthcare professionals
- Support learners with physical disabilities and mobility needs
- Support feeding programmes, positioning, wheelchair use and personal care routines in line with individual care plans
- Contribute towards and review Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- Record and monitor progress using small-step achievement frameworks
- Create a positive, structured and safe learning environment
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers
- Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise student wellbeing at all times
Requirements:
- QTS, QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
- Previous teaching experience within a SEND/special school – essential
- Experience working with Post-16 SEND students – essential
- Confidence and experience teaching young people up to 19 years old – essential
- Experience supporting learners with Autism, PMLD, SLD and complex SEND
- Knowledge of sensory curriculum approaches and intensive interaction
- Experience using Makaton, AAC, communication switches or other alternative communication methods
- Experience supporting students with physical disabilities and complex medical needs
- Knowledge and experience of working towards individual EHCP outcomes
- A calm, patient, compassionate and adaptable approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- The right to work in the UK
- The ability and willingness to obtain an Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS and register it on the DBS Update Service – essential
In return for the above, you can expect to receive:
- A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignments
- Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
- Competitive rates of pay
- Support throughout the registration and placement process
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply
- Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, giving you peace of mind that the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is being paid, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance: Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
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