Think Education Partners – Supporting specialist schools across East London & Essex
Location: Havering, East London (Special School)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full‑time (32.5 hours per week)
Start: September 2026
Salary: £37,872 – £56,154 + SEN 1 Allowance £2,787 per year
A rapidly growing specialist provision is expanding its teaching team and seeking an exceptional SEND Classroom Teacher who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people with complex needs. This growth reflects the increasing demand for high‑quality autism and complex needs provision, and the school’s commitment to getting it right for every learner.
This is an exciting and pivotal time to join a forward‑thinking setting and play a key role in shaping the next phase of its development.
About the Role
You will be teaching pupils with ASD and/or SLD, delivering structured, engaging and personalised learning that supports communication, independence and emotional development.
The school is looking for someone who is:
* Resilient, creative and highly motivated to make a meaningful difference
* A strong team player who values collaboration and contributes positively to a supportive staff team
* Flexible in their approach and confident teaching across the full 19 age range (secondary & post‑16)
What you will bring
* Experience teaching pupils with ASD, SLD or complex learning needs
* A calm, consistent and nurturing approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Commitment to inclusive practice and personalised learning
* A reflective, solution‑focused mindset
What the School Offers
* A growing, ambitious specialist provision with excellent leadership
* A supportive, collaborative staff culture
* Opportunities to shape curriculum and practice during an exciting expansion phase
* SEN 1 allowance (£2,787) in addition to main pay scale placement
* A meaningful role where your impact is visible every day
How to Apply
If you’re a passionate SEND Teacher looking to join a thriving specialist setting and contribute to its next chapter, we’d love to hear from you.
Think Education Partners is working exclusively with this school and the contact person is Niri Stewart
Salary description
£37872.00 - £56154.00 per year