SEN Teacher - Autism & Complex Needs

Croydon | Specialist SEN School | Full-Time | Permanent

£45,000 - £60,000 + SEN Allowance | September Start

Are you a passionate teacher looking to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people with Autism and complex learning needs?

Do you thrive in an environment where every lesson is personalised, every achievement is celebrated, and strong relationships are at the heart of outstanding teaching?

Would you like to work within a specialist setting where education, therapy and pastoral support come together to help every pupil reach their full potential?

A highly regarded specialist SEN school in the Croydon area is seeking an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teacher to join their team on a permanent basis this September.

The school supports children and young people aged 4-19 with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), speech, language and communication needs, sensory processing differences and associated learning disabilities. Many pupils have complex communication profiles and require highly personalised learning programmes centred around their EHCP outcomes.

Teaching takes place within small classes supported by experienced Teaching Assistants, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships with every pupil and deliver engaging, individualised learning. Pupils follow personalised pathways that place equal importance on communication, emotional regulation, independence, functional life skills and academic achievement, ensuring every learner is prepared for adulthood and life beyond school.

Working alongside Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapational Therapists, Educational Psychologists and experienced pastoral teams, you will play a key role in creating a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment where pupils feel safe, confident and motivated to succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering highly differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, SLD, MLD, communication needs and complex learning profiles.
• Delivering engaging learning through practical, sensory and highly personalised teaching approaches.
• Using visual supports, structured routines and alternative communication methods, including AAC where appropriate, to maximise engagement and independence.
• Promoting communication, emotional regulation, social development and positive behaviour throughout the school day.
• Leading and working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants to ensure consistently high-quality classroom support.
• Liaising closely with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists and other multidisciplinary professionals.
• Monitoring pupil progress through observation, assessment and personalised learning targets.
• Preparing reports for Annual Reviews and contributing to EHCP reviews and future planning.
• Building positive partnerships with parents and carers to ensure consistency between home and school.
• Promoting safeguarding and maintaining the highest standards of care and wellbeing for every pupil.

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEND, Autism or additional learning needs within either specialist or mainstream education.
• A strong understanding of adaptive teaching,differentiated curriculum planning and inclusive classroom practice.
• Excellent behaviour management skills with a calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• The ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who communicate and learn in different ways.
• Experience working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and multidisciplinary teams.
• A genuine passion for specialist education and improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

What the school offers:

• Salary between £45,000 and £60,000, depending on experience, plus SEN Allowance.
• A supportive and collaborative leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development.
• Outstanding opportunities for specialist SEND training and career progression.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced therapists and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Well-resourced classrooms with high staffing ratios and excellent support.
• A rewarding career where you'll make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with complex additional needs every single day.

Whether you're an experienced SEN Teacher or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into specialist education, this is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming and forward-thinking school that values inclusive practice, collaboration and high aspirations for every learner.

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