At a Glance
- Tasks: Create engaging lessons for students with special educational needs in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, SEN allowance, ongoing training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a welcoming specialist school with experienced support staff.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
- Qualifications: Must have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in SEND education.
Location: Harlow, Essex
Salary: MPS/UPS (London Fringe) + SEN Allowance (£2,885–£5,690 per annum)
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
TeacherActive is currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate SEND Teacher to join a fantastic specialist school in Harlow, Essex. The school supports children and young people aged 3–19 with a range of additional needs, including ASD, SLD, PMLD and complex learning and communication difficulties.
We are looking for a confident and dedicated teacher who already has experience working within SEND education and is passionate about creating engaging, inclusive and individualised learning opportunities.
The Role
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with complex SEND.
- Support pupils with ASD, SLD, PMLD and additional communication and sensory needs.
- Work closely with LSAs, therapists and other professionals to provide personalised support.
- Develop and implement individual learning targets in line with EHCPs.
- Use sensory-based learning, visual communication and positive behaviour support strategies.
- Create a safe, nurturing and structured classroom environment.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Essential
- Previous experience teaching pupils with SEND – Essential
- Experience supporting pupils with ASD, SLD, PMLD or complex learning difficulties.
- Strong understanding of differentiated teaching, EHCPs and individual learning needs.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
What We Offer
- Salary paid to MPS/UPS (London Fringe), plus SEN Allowance of £2,885–£5,690 per annum, depending on the role and the school's pay policy.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.
- A welcoming specialist school with experienced support staff.
- Access to ongoing professional development and training.
- Dedicated support from your TeacherActive consultant.
- Referral scheme and additional TeacherActive benefits.
Interested? If you hold QTS and have previous SEND teaching experience, we would love to hear from you! Apply today or contact TeacherActive to discuss this opportunity in more detail.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
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
TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.
SEND Qualified Teacher in Harlow employer: TeacherActive
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our nursery practitioners have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, all while working in the vibrant community of Lymm, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in their formative years.
