SEN Teacher

Location: Basildon

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time, Initially One Term (Potential for Permanent)

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience) plus SEN Allowance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate SEN Provision Lead / Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Basildon from September. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the school's Autism Support Centre, providing high-quality support for approximately eight pupils across Years 1–6 with autism and additional special educational needs. Working within a nurturing and inclusive environment, you will play a key role in ensuring every child receives the tailored support they need to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day provision within the Autism Support Centre.
• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised learning and support for pupils with autism and additional SEN.
• Provide leadership, guidance and day-to-day direction to Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).
• Work collaboratively with the wider school staff, parents, the Local Authority and external professionals to ensure pupils receive the highest standard of support.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to EHCP reviews, annual reviews and other relevant documentation.
• Promote a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment that enables pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Significant experience working with children with autism and complex special educational needs.
• A strong understanding of SEND legislation and inclusive teaching practices.
• Experience leading or coordinating SEN provision and managing Learning Support Assistants.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• A nurturing, resilient and collaborative approach to supporting pupils and colleagues.

Salary Benefits

• MPS/UPS (dependent on experience).
• SEN Allowance in line with the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD), typically ranging from £2,679 to £5,285 per annum, depending on the responsibilities of the role and the successful candidate's experience.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the initial one-term contract.
• Supportive leadership team and a collaborative school environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children with additional needs.

If you are an experienced SEN teacher or provision lead looking for a rewarding opportunity to lead an Autism Support Centre and positively impact the lives of children with SEND, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.