SEN Teacher

SEND Teacher (QTS Required – PMLD Experience Desirable)

Location: Harlow, Essex
Hours: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Teacher (QTS) looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Do you thrive in a nurturing, inclusive environment where every achievement is celebrated?

TeacherActive is working with a welcoming and well-resourced SEND school in Harlow that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic SEND Teacher to join their committed team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who has experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and is passionate about delivering creative, personalised learning. Experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs would be highly desirable.

About the Role

As a SEND Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with a range of additional needs, including PMLD, Autism (ASC), and complex learning difficulties. You will work closely with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment where every pupil can achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Differentiate learning to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum.
• Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and communication development.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, and other professionals.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where required.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes independence and confidence.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues to achieve the best possible outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Essential.
• Experience working with pupils with SEND in a school or specialist setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with PMLD and/or Autism (ASC) is highly desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A patient, compassionate, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children with additional needs reach their full potential.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and differentiated teaching strategies would be advantageous.

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured you're paying the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges or umbrella deductions from your hard-earned pay.

If you are interested in this position, then click 'APPLY NOW' and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 01245 335533

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.