Special Needs Teacher

London/ temporary / £90 - 150 per day Depending on experience

Are you a supportive and encouraging individual?

Do you have a strong classroom management?

Do you have experience working in SEND?

At TeacherActive we are privileged to be representing and working with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disability / SEND schools across London. Whether this is as a SEND teacher, Teaching Assistant / TA, Learning Support Assistant / LSA, SENCO, OR SEND Nursery assistants then we have the role for you! Our easy and simple application and registration process could mean that we can provide you with a fulfilling job opportunity as soon as possible. Due to our in-house expertise in SEND, we have recently branched out and built a fantastic network with a range of SEND schools all over London, so those with SEND experience and a passion to learn and progress in this field, will be supported through this transition or growth in their career.

If you have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties, SEMH /Social Emotional Mental Health, EBD / Emotional Behavioural Difficulties, or ADD / Attention Deficit Disorder then it’s highly likely we will be able to find you a position within our SEND schools, or even mainstream. We provide 24/7 support and will build a strong relationship with yourself, in order to get a more detailed understanding of your needs and what role will best suit you.

All people working in a school will need an enhanced DBS on the update service, if you do not have this then we can assist by sending you over a direct link for you to apply to. If you have been working overseas for over 6 months within the last 5 years, you will need an OSPC (Overseas Police Check) - Both of these are needed due to safeguarding, so will be a requirement for all school environments.

Salaries will differ depending on the role being inquired about, have listed the salary of a teaching assistant above.

Qualifications needed dependent on role:

Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant

  • Level 2/3 qualification as a teaching assistant or equivalent
  • Previous experience working 1:1, or with small groups
  • Encouraging and supportive personality

SEND Teachers

  • QTS or equivalent (We accept NQT and experienced)
  • The ability to inspire young minds
  • Excellent time and classroom management

SEND Nursery Teaching Assistant

  • Level 2/3 in Early Years Education or Childcare
  • Experience working within a nursery and/or with children with ASD
  • A supportive and caring nature

SENCO

  • Experience working within SEND schools
  • A QTS or equivalent
  • An SENCO certification

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
  • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
  • Market leading rates of pay
  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
  • Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
  • If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLYNOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

We can get you registered as soon as today, so that you can start your journey on the road of inspiring the next generation!

Email: [email protected]

PHONE: 02078586655

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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

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