Secondary SEN teacher - London SEN schools

Secondary SEN Teachers - Special Schools - London (PSL Contract Schools)

Hays Education - Specialist SEN

RecruitmentAre you an enthusiastic and skilled Secondary SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding role within a specialist school environment? Hays Education is working in partnership with a range of Special Schools across London through our PSL contracts, and we are seeking outstanding teachers to support secondary-aged learners with a variety of additional needs.

About the Role
We are recruiting for Secondary SEN Teaching roles in a range of specialist settings, including:

Autism (ASC) specialist schools
SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) provisions
MLD/SLD (Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties) schools
PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties) departments
Specialist sensory and complex needs settingsRoles involve working with small classes, delivering highly differentiated lessons, and adapting the curriculum to support individual learning pathways across KS3, KS4, and preparing pupils for Post-16 transitions.Positions are available on a long-term, short-term, or day-to-day supply basis, with opportunities for permanent placements.

What We're Looking For. We welcome applications from teachers who:

Hold QTS or equivalent
Have experience working within a special school or specialist SEN environment
Are confident teaching across a range of subjects, with flexibility to adapt learning for varied needs
Have strong behaviour regulation and communication skills
Demonstrate creativity, patience, resilience, and a commitment to inclusive practice
Are experienced or open to using approaches such as PECS, Makaton, sensory-based learning, or therapeutic strategies?Why Work with Hays Education?

Access to exclusive PSL roles in London's leading Special Schools
A dedicated SEN consultant to support your career and placements
Regular and reliable work tailored to your skillset and travel preferences
Competitive rates of pay
Free CPD including:
Ongoing support throughout your assignmentLocationRoles available across a wide range of London boroughs-matched with your preferred areas and commute.

What you need to do now

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