SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher (Deaf Provision / SEND School)
Location: Wandsworth, South West London
Salary: Inner London Teachers Pay Scale 2026/27 + SEN Allowance
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
SEN Teacher Required for Specialist Deaf School We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join our exceptional specialist Deaf School in Wandsworth from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SEN professional who is committed to ensuring Deaf children and young people receive an outstanding and inclusive education. The successful candidate will work within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering engaging and differentiated lessons that enable pupils to achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
This role would be particularly suited to:

An experienced SEN Teacher
A qualified Teacher of the Deaf
A teacher with British Sign Language (BSL) qualifications
A mainstream teacher with significant experience supporting pupils with hearing impairments and additional SEND needsEssential Requirements You Must Have:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
✅ Proven experience teaching pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
✅ Experience working with children with hearing impairments and/or Deaf pupils
✅ Ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs
✅ Strong understanding of EHCPs and person-centred learning
✅ Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Highly Desirable
⭐ BSL Qualification (Level 1, 2, 3 or above)
⭐ Experience using British Sign Language within an educational setting
⭐ Qualified Teacher of the Deaf Status
⭐ Experience working within a specialist SEND or Deaf provision
⭐ Knowledge of Total Communication approaches and Deaf awareness strategies
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver high-quality lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of Deaf learners.
Create an inclusive, engaging and accessible learning environment.
Support pupils with communication, language and social development.
Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, Speech and Language Therapists, Audiologists and other professionals.
Monitor pupil progress and contribute to annual reviews and EHCP outcomes.
Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external agencies.
Promote independence, confidence and achievement for all learners.
Maintain a safe and nurturing educational environment.What We Offer
Inner London Teachers Pay Scale 2026/27.
Additional SEN Allowance.
Specialist training and ongoing professional development.
Supportive and experienced leadership team.
Opportunities to work alongside Teachers of the Deaf and specialist professionals.
Well-resourced learning environment.
A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of Deaf young people.Safeguarding Statement This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Apply Now If you are an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teacher with a passion for supporting Deaf learners and have experience with BSL or hold a BSL qualification, we would love to hear from you.
September 2026 start | Inner London Pay Scale + SEN Allowance | Wandsworth, London
Applicants without SEN teaching experience will not be considered