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Primary SEN Teacher

Job Posted: 20 hours ago

Salary: £ 180 - 230 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Your new school

You will be joining a specialist Alternative Provision setting that supports primary-aged pupils with ASD and SEMH needs. The school offers a highly structured and therapeutic environment, with a strong focus on wellbeing, behaviour, and individual progress. With small class sizes and a collaborative staffing model, you will work closely with experienced support staff to provide consistent, high-quality provision for pupils who require a more bespoke approach to learning 

Your new role 

You will take full class responsibility for a small group of 8 primary-aged pupils, supported by two Teaching Assistants. This is a full-time role starting in the Autumn term, where you will be expected to lead learning confidently and independently.

Your role will include:

Planning, delivering, and assessing engaging and differentiated lessons
Leading the classroom with confidence, supported by two TAs
Supporting pupils with ASD and SEMH needs to re-engage with education
Establishing clear routines, boundaries, and expectations
Creating a nurturing, calm, and structured environment
Promoting positive behaviour, engagement, and progress
Working within a therapeutic approach to support emotional regulationThis is a role for someone who can hit the ground running, take initiative, and make an immediate impact.

What you'll need to succeed 

Strong experience working with pupils with ASD
Significant experience supporting SEMH needs
Confidence managing a small class independently and leading support staff
The ability to plan, assess, and organise learning autonomously
A proactive, adaptable approach with a "can-do" attitude
High expectations for behaviour, engagement, and outcomes
A nurturing, relationship-focused approach balanced with clear boundaries
Resilience, consistency, and strong behaviour management skills
Confidence working within a therapeutic and structured settingThis role would suit an experienced and confident teacher who is passionate about making a difference and can quickly build strong relationships while maintaining high standards in a specialist environment.

What you need to do now 

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