Location: Burgess Hill
Contract: Part-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Daily Rate: £174.71 – £240.71 (dependent on experience)
Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive specialist provision in Burgess Hill, who are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Primary Teacher to join their team on a part-time basis from September 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to support primary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and make positive academic, social, and emotional progress within a structured and nurturing environment.
About the Role
As an SEN Primary Teacher, you will deliver engaging, creative, and highly differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs of pupils with SEND. You will work closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists, and wider professionals to create a safe, calm, and inclusive classroom environment where pupils can develop confidence, independence, communication, and a love of learning.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons for primary-aged pupils with SEND
Support pupils with a range of needs, including ASC, SEMH, MLD, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs
Develop and adapt learning activities in line with EHCP targets and individual support plans
Create a calm, nurturing, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress effectively
Use positive behaviour support strategies tailored to individual needs
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, therapists, families, and external professionals
Promote pupil independence, confidence, communication, emotional regulation, and social development
Candidate Profile
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience teaching within a primary school or specialist SEND provision
Strong understanding of SEND, differentiation, and inclusive classroom practice
Calm, patient, resilient, and adaptable approach to teaching and behaviour support
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, families, and wider professionals
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs to achieve their potential
Requirements
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience working with pupils with SEND within a school or specialist provision
Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Two professional teaching references
Eligibility to work in the UK
Why Register With Us?
Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
Part-time and long-term opportunities within specialist provisions
£100 referral bonus for recommending successful candidates (T&Cs apply)
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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days – you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles
Salary description
£174.00 - £240.00 per day