SEND Primary Teacher

SEND Primary Teacher

Full-Time 29309 - 35823 £ / year (est.) On-site
Transparency Education Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging lessons for children with SEND, fostering communication and independence.
  • Company: Join a supportive team at a specialist primary provision in Sutton.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, dedicated consultant support, and access to professional development.
  • Other info: Enjoy a rewarding role with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a creative and collaborative environment.
  • Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience with primary-aged children and SEND.

The predicted salary is between 29309 - 35823 £ per year.

Contract Type: Full-time Temporary

Work Start Date: 09/11/2026

Location: Sutton, London, UK

Salary: £201 - £267 (Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range)

Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

Contact Name: Jamie Robinson

About the Role

Are you a SEND Primary Teacher who loves seeing children find their voice? This specialist primary provision supports pupils aged 4 to 11 with speech, language and communication needs, including autistic learners. You will join a supportive specialist team where teaching assistants and therapists work alongside you every day. As SEND Primary Teacher, you will plan accessible, practical lessons using visual supports and clear language, celebrating progress in communication, confidence and independence. The school is an easy 11-minute walk from Waddon station. If you are patient, creative and ready to help every child thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver differentiated lessons around each pupil's learning and communication needs
  • Use clear language, visual supports and practical activities to make learning accessible
  • Work closely with therapists to embed communication strategies into daily teaching
  • Guide teaching assistants so classroom support is consistent and purposeful
  • Support pupils' social development, emotional wellbeing and independence
  • Assess progress and contribute to individual targets and EHCP reviews
  • Build positive relationships with families and collaborate with colleagues as a SEND Primary Teacher

Requirements

  • To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Experience teaching primary-aged children
  • Experience adapting learning for pupils with SEND
  • A sound understanding of speech, language and communication needs and autism

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring

  • Patience, creativity and a calm, consistent approach to the classroom
  • The confidence to tailor teaching to pupils' developmental stages and individual learning profiles
  • A genuine interest in communication, sensory needs and emotional regulation
  • Value collaboration with teaching assistants, therapists and families
  • Be committed to celebrating individual progress, however it looks for each child
  • Be an experienced SEND Primary Teacher or a primary teacher with SEND experience ready to move into specialist education

Why work via Transparency Education?

  • Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.
  • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
  • Offer an excellent 'refer a friend' scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
  • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
  • Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

SEND Primary Teacher employer: Transparency Education Limited

Transparency Education Limited is an attractive employer due to its commitment to professional development and a supportive work culture. Employees have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. The company offers competitive salaries and long-term placements, fostering stability and growth in their careers.

Transparency Education Limited

Contact Details:

Transparency Education Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace SEND Primary Teacher

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching primary-aged children
Adaptation of learning for pupils with SEND
Understanding of speech, language and communication needs
Knowledge of autism
Patience
Creativity