Location: Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent or temporary maternity cover
Start Date: 04/01/2027
Salary: £35,602–£54,328 per annum (London Fringe M1–UPS3).
Salary depends on experience and pay scale position. The maximum salary applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to UPS3.
Hours: 8:30 am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only
About the Role
Teach in a setting where every step forward matters. Teach Now is recruiting for two Class Teacher opportunities at a supportive specialist school in Hertfordshire, catering for pupils aged 2–19 with complex learning and communication needs.
Permanent role – transition class: Lead a class of five pupils aged 6–7, shaping learning around individual strengths and goals. Help pupils build communication, confidence and independence as they prepare for their next educational stage.
Maternity cover – primary class: Teach around ten pupils aged 5–6, adapting lessons and communication to support learning and emotional regulation. An earlier start may allow you to shadow the current teacher and receive a thorough handover. A permanent opportunity may be considered afterwards, depending on staffing needs and suitability.
In either role, you will work closely with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals. This is an opportunity for a patient, resilient teacher who values trusting relationships, treats every pupil with dignity and recognises progress in all its forms.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver and assess personalised learning, setting appropriate goals for each pupil.
Develop communication, independence and social skills through everyday activities.
Create a calm, structured classroom with consistent behaviour and emotional regulation support.
Collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals.
Monitor progress and share clear updates with colleagues and families.
Requirements
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), including QTS awarded through recognition of an overseas teaching qualification.
Previous teaching experience in a UK school.
Experience planning, delivering and assessing differentiated learning.
Strong classroom management, communication and teamwork skills, with an adaptable approach to pupils needs.
The right to work in the UK and willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks.
Why work via Teach-Now?
Teach-Now is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent customer service and professional development for teachers and support staff.
Your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance.
A refer a friend scheme paying £150 for each candidate you refer once they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning equal pay to a permanent employee.
Access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
Application Process
Apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. Applicants must hold the appropriate teaching qualifications and training.
If you are not contacted within two working days, your application has been unsuccessful for this role. We will keep your CV and continue supporting your search for work in education.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance
Salary description
£35602.00 - £54328.00 per year