Secondary Teacher – SEND

Location: Croydon
Working Hours: 08:00am – 4:00pm
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Salary: M1 - M6
The SEN School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Secondary Teacher with a passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nurturing, inclusive school environment where every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
They are committed to providing a supportive, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment. We place the child at the centre of everything we do, focusing on academic progress, emotional wellbeing, independence, and life skills. Our pupils are valued, nurtured, and challenged to thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities*Plan and Deliver Adapted Lessons: Design and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils. It will be teaching a year 7 class (5 children max).
*Support Academic and Personal Development: Promote pupils’ confidence, communication, and social skills alongside academic learning.
*Develop and Review Individual Education Plans (IEPs): Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, parents/carers, and external professionals to set, review, and monitor personalised targets.
*Prepare Pupils for Future Learning: Support the development of life skills, functional learning, and independence appropriate to pupils’ needs.
*Monitor and Assess Progress: Track pupil progress regularly and adapt teaching strategies to ensure continuous development.
*Create a Safe and Inclusive Environment: Foster a positive classroom culture where pupils feel safe, respected, and motivated to learn.
*Collaborate with the Wider Team: Work closely with colleagues, therapists, and support staff to provide holistic and consistent support.

Qualifications and Skills Required*Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
*Experience of working within SEND settings or a specialist SEN qualification (desirable).
*A strong understanding of how to adapt the primary curriculum to meet a wide range of additional needs.
*Experience supporting pupils with needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
*Creativity, patience, flexibility, and resilience.
*Experience using assistive technology or alternative communication methods (e.g. Makaton, PECS) is advantageous.
*A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

What Makes a Successful SEND Teacher?*Empathy and Compassion: A genuine commitment to understanding and supporting individual pupil needs.
*Adaptability: The ability to adjust teaching approaches to suit a variety of learning styles.
*Collaboration: A positive, team-focused approach to working with multidisciplinary professionals.
*Commitment to Inclusion: A belief in the potential of every child and a dedication to equality and respect.
*Drive and Purpose: A passion for helping pupils develop independence, confidence, and readiness for their next steps.

About Engage EducationWe are Engage Education, one of the UK’s most trusted education recruitment agencies, with professional development and staff wellbeing at the heart of what we do.
*Paid in line with national pay scales (AWR compliant)
*Free CPD sessions
*Your own dedicated consultant
*£50 Amazon voucher for referrals
*Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers

How to ApplyApply below or contact us directly to discuss the role. All applicants must hold the appropriate qualifications.
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