SEND Teacher – Complex Needs

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Philosophy Education Full time £40,000 - £60,000 per year

Location: Enfield

Start Date: October 2025

Salary: MPS/UPS SEN Allowance

Contract: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent

About the School

Philosophy Education are working in partnership with a forward-thinking special school dedicated to meeting the needs of pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and severe learning difficulties (SLD). The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner is encouraged to achieve their full potential through a highly personalised curriculum, therapeutic support, and creative teaching approaches.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher to join a skilled and supportive team. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons to a small class of pupils with complex needs. With support from experienced teaching assistants, therapists, and the leadership team, you will help ensure that pupils make progress not only academically but also socially and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver creative, multi-sensory lessons tailored to PMLD/SLD learners.
  • Work collaboratively with support staff and therapists to meet individual EHCP targets.
  • Use a range of communication systems (PECS, Makaton, AAC) to support learning.
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
  • Monitor and assess pupil progress, celebrating small steps of achievement.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with experience or a strong interest in SEND.
  • Knowledge of complex needs education, particularly PMLD and SLD.
  • Patience, creativity, and a positive approach to behaviour and learning.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Why Join This School?

  • Supportive leadership team with a strong vision for SEND provision.
  • Excellent CPD opportunities in SEND specialisms.
  • A warm, collaborative staff culture.
  • Opportunities to make a real impact in the lives of pupils with complex needs.

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate teacher looking for a rewarding new role in SEND, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Philosophy Education

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

Tagged as: SEN

  • SEND Teacher

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom NextGen Teachers - South East Full time £454,440 - £608,568 per year

    Job Reference: Date Posted: 17 November 2025Recruiter: NextGen Teachers - South EastLocation: LondonSalary: £37,870 to £50,474Bonus/Benefits: plus SEN pointsSector: HR / Recruitment, Support / IAGJob Type: TemporaryJob DescriptionSEND Teacher (PMLD/SLD - KS3/KS4)Location: Croydon, Outer LondonContract: 4/5 days per week - Long-term supply role with the...

  • Head of School in London

    14 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom SEND Full time £60,000 - £75,000 per year

    Manage Cookie ConsentWe use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. By clicking "Accept", you consent to our use of cookies.Functional Functional Always activeThe technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose...

  • Programme Manager

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Send Full time £45,000 - £90,000 per year

    You'll report to: Jo McGlynn, Portfolio Delivery ManagerTeam: DeliveryLocation: Hybrid - based in our London office (Monument), with an expectation to be in the office two days per week.Day Rate: Up to £900Contract Type: 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension (Outside IR35)Start Date: As soon as possibleVisa Sponsorship: Not availableThe...

  • Programme Manager

    6 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Send Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per year

    You'll report to: Jo McGlynn, Portfolio Delivery ManagerTeam: DeliveryLocation: Hybrid – based in our London office (Monument), with an expectation to be in the office two days per week.Day Rate: Up to £900Contract Type: 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension (Outside IR35)Start Date: As soon as possibleVisa Sponsorship: Not availableThe...

  • SEND Teacher

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom University Schools Trust Full time £50,000 - £60,000 per year

    FTC | Starting January 2026 until December 2026St Paul's Way Primary School seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher to join our supportive and forward-thinking team. You will work with pupils who have a range of additional needs, creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.The Primary Phase of the school...

  • SEND Teahing Assistant

    2 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ribbons & Reeves Full time £22,000 - £30,000 per year

    Job DescriptionSEND Teaching Assistant – Hounslow – November 2025 StartLocation: Hounslow, West LondonContract: November 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)Pay: minimum £444 per week (PAYE)Interviews: ASAPAre you a graduate passionate about supporting children with complex SEND needs and looking to gain hands-on experience in a challenging and rewarding...

  • SEND Teacher

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom St. Paul's Way Trust School Full time £18,000 - £24,000 per year

    Employer: St Paul's Way Trust School, PrimarySalary: MPS M1-M4Location: St Paul's Way Trust School, PrimaryContract: ContractWorking Pattern: Full TimeHours: 32.5 hours per week.DBS Check: EnhancedClosing Date: 08/12/2025 at 12:00Reference: SPWP/25/326715FTC | Starting January 2026 until December 2026St Paul's Way Primary School seeking a passionate and...

  • Solution Architect

    6 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom SEND Full time £115,000 - £125,000 per year

    You'll report to: Gari Gono, Head of Customer SolutionsTeam: DeliveryLocation: This is a hybrid role based out of our London office in Monument, with an expectation to be in the office 2 days per week.Salary Range: £115,000 - £125,000 per annumRole Type: Full-time, PermanentStart date: As soon as possibleVisa / Sponsorship Available: Not AvailableThe...

  • Solution Architect

    4 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Send Full time £95,000 - £125,000 per year

    Team: Delivery Location: This is a hybrid role based out of our London office in Monument, with an expectation to be in the office 2 days per week. Salary Range: £115,000 - £125,000 per annum Role Type: Full-time, Permanent Start date: As soon as possible Visa / Sponsorship Available: Not Available The Solution Architect Role Send Technology is a...

  • Solution Architect

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Send Full time £115,000 - £125,000

    You'll report to: Gari Gono, Head of Customer Solutions Team: Delivery Location: This is a hybrid role based out of our London office in Monument, with an expectation to be in the office 2 days per week. Salary Range: £115,000 - £125,000 per annum Role Type: Full-time, Permanent Start date: As soon as possible Visa / Sponsorship Available: Not...