SEN Teacher

Job Title: SEN Teacher
Start Date: January 2027
Location: Tooting
Contract: Full-time only
Salary: MPS 1 - UPS 3 + SEN Allowance

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join a specialist independent secondary school in Tooting, South West London, starting January 2027.

This full-time SEN Teacher position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher who is passionate about supporting secondary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), including dyslexia and associated learning needs.

The successful SEN Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, supporting pupils aged 11-16 to achieve their academic potential, develop confidence and independence, and prepare for further education and life beyond school.

The school is a specialist independent secondary school situated in Tooting, providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils aged 11-16 who benefit from a personalised approach to education.

With a strong emphasis on supporting young people with dyslexia and specific learning difficulties, the school combines high academic expectations with tailored teaching strategies designed to help pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The school offers a broad and engaging secondary curriculum, including GCSE and vocational BTEC pathways, ensuring pupils have opportunities to develop academically and personally.

Small teaching groups, positive relationships and a supportive approach to behaviour and emotional wellbeing help create an environment where pupils can build confidence, resilience and independence.

Teachers and specialist support staff work collaboratively to ensure every pupil receives the individual attention and encouragement needed to succeed.

This SEN Teacher opportunity would particularly suit a motivated, creative and adaptable teacher with experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with dyslexia, specific learning difficulties, ADHD, autism or associated additional needs.

The school is looking for a confident SEN Teacher who can deliver highly differentiated lessons, adapt teaching resources and implement effective strategies to support pupils with varying learning profiles.

Experience teaching at Key Stage 3 or Key Stage 4, particularly within a specialist SEND school, independent school or inclusive mainstream secondary setting, would be particularly beneficial.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated SEN Teacher to develop their specialist teaching skills, work alongside experienced SEND professionals and make a meaningful difference to young people's academic achievement, personal development and future opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

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  Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, tailored to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)

  
  


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  Develop and implement personalised learning strategies, individual education plans (IEPs) and targeted interventions to support pupil progress and achievement

  
  


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  Create a structured, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment that promotes confidence, independence, resilience and positive learning behaviours

  
  


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  Assess, monitor and track pupil attainment, adapting teaching methods and resources to support individual learning needs and preparation for GCSE or vocational qualifications where appropriate

  
  


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  Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, specialist support staff, parents and external professionals to provide consistent and effective support for secondary-aged pupils

  
  


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  Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development while maintaining high standards of safeguarding, behaviour and wellbeing

  
  

Qualifications/Experience

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  Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant qualification

  
  


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  Experience as a SEN Teacher or in a similar role supporting secondary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

  
  


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  Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, including Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 teaching, differentiated learning strategies and supporting pupils with dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)

  
  


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  Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

  
  


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  Right to work in the UK

  
  

Next steps:

If this SEN Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Marc at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click ‘apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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