Primary SEN Teacher

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference JLSENPT_1769671264
Closing date February 28, 2026
Location South East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Location: Lambeth Start Date: ASAP Contract: Until end of academic year Pay Rate: £180 - £260 per day School Type: Primary Special School (Ages 2-11)

About the School

We are a warm, dedicated primary special school in the borough of Lambeth, supporting children aged 2 to 11 with a wide range of complex needs. Our pupils have severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and complex medical needs. Many of our learners are autistic and benefit from consistent, structured, highly individualised teaching approaches.

The Role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced SEN Teacher to take on a mixed KS1/KS2 class, starting immediately and continuing for the remainder of the academic year. You will be supported by a skilled team including teaching assistants, therapists, and senior leaders committed to outstanding pupil outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to a wide range of needs
  • Use a variety of communication approaches (e.g. PECS, Makaton, sensory communication)
  • Implement EHCP targets and monitor progress closely
  • Create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment
  • Work collaboratively with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary professionals

    • Requirements

  • QTS is essential
  • Experience working with SEN, ideally SLD, PMLD, or autism
  • Strong communication and behaviour management skills
  • A patient, caring, and resilient approach to teaching
  • Commitment to inclusive education and holistic development

    • Why Join Us?

  • Supportive leadership and experienced SEN team
  • Excellent facilities including sensory rooms, therapy spaces, and outdoor learning areas
  • Opportunities for ongoing CPD
  • A highly fulfilling role within a nurturing school community

    • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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