Job Description
Are you an experienced and compassionate SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding new role this September? We are seeking a dedicated teacher to join a specialist SLD school in Hounslow, where you will play a key role in supporting pupils with complex learning needs to achieve their full potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with Severe Learning Difficulties.
About the School:
The school is a well-established and supportive specialist provision catering for pupils with SLD. Many students have associated conditions such as communication and sensory needs, or physical disabilities.
The school promotes a highly personalised approach to learning, focusing on communication, independence, life skills, and emotional wellbeing alongside academic development.
The Role:
As an SEN Teacher within this specialist setting, you will deliver highly adapted and engaging lessons designed to meet the individual needs of learners working significantly below age-related expectations. You will lead a class supported by skilled teaching assistants and work closely with therapists and the wider SEN team.
The role requires creativity, patience, and a strong understanding of differentiated teaching approaches suited to pupils with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver personalised, sensory-based and engaging lessons tailored to pupils with SLD
- Develop IEPs and contribute to EHCPs
- Assess and monitor pupil progress using appropriate assessment frameworks
- Support communication development using strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC where appropriate
- Create a structured, safe, and nurturing classroom environment that supports emotional regulation
Requirements:
- QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
- Experience working within a SLD setting
- Understanding of complex learning needs and differentiated teaching strategies
- Knowledge of communication approaches such as Makaton, PECS, or visual communication systems
- Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills
What the School offers:
- Supportive leadership team
- Well-resourced classrooms and therapeutic support services
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils' lives
- Positive and inclusive working environment
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your SEN teaching career and want to work in a specialist SLD setting where your work truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
