Contract: Part Time
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Tower Hamlets
Smart Teachers is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join a highly supportive and inclusive secondary school in East London from September.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist provision supporting pupils with complex communication and sensory needs, including pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a highly personalised curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of learners who are working at Key Stage 1 level or below.
The role would suit a teacher with experience of early language acquisition, sensory learning approaches and communication-focused interventions. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects while supporting pupils' communication, social and emotional development.
About the School
This inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the support and opportunities they need to succeed. The school has a strong reputation for its nurturing environment, high expectations and dedication to meeting the needs of learners with additional needs.
Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, excellent leadership support and ongoing professional development opportunities. The specialist provision is well-resourced and places a strong emphasis on communication, sensory regulation and personalised learning, enabling pupils to make meaningful progress both academically and socially.
The school prides itself on creating a welcoming and supportive environment where staff are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people.
The Successful Candidate Will:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Have experience working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Have experience supporting early language acquisition, including working with non-verbal pupils
Demonstrate knowledge or experience of speech and language interventions, including Colourful Semantics and the use of Core Boards
Have experience developing and delivering sensory-based learning opportunities
Be confident adapting learning for pupils working at Key Stage 1 level or below
Have experience tracking pupil progress and using assessment effectively to inform planning
Be able to contribute to curriculum development for pupils with high-level sensory and communication needs
Be confident teaching across a range of curriculum areas
Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills
Be passionate about supporting pupils with complex learning needs to achieve their full potential
The School Offers:
Main Scale / Upper Pay Scale salary
SEN Allowance
Part-time opportunity (0.6 – 0.8 FTE)
A highly supportive and experienced SEN team
Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
Well-resourced specialist provision
Strong leadership and a collaborative working culture
A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people
How to apply:
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on or email
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Salary description
£40317.00 - £62496.00 per year