SEN Teacher

SEN Teacher – Primary Special School Teach Now is delighted to be recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher for a warm and inclusive primary special school in Hertfordshire, supporting pupils across Early Years, KS1 and KS2. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a nurturing environment where children with learning difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and speech and language needs are supported to thrive. The school offers a calm, safe, kind, and vibrant setting, underpinned by a passionate and hard-working staff team. Strong partnerships with parents, external professionals, and the wider community ensure every child receives truly holistic support. Key Responsibilities Teaching & Learning • Plan, deliver, and adapt lessons to meet a wide range of SEND needs and EHCP targets • Use inclusive teaching strategies to support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning needs • Create structured, engaging, and supportive classroom environments • Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress to inform next steps SEND Support • Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of Education, Health and Care Plans • Work closely with the SENCo, therapists, and external agencies • Implement individual behaviour support plans and positive behaviour strategies • Support pupils’ emotional regulation, communication, and independence Pastoral & Safeguarding Promote wellbeing, inclusion, and positive self-esteem Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families Act in line with safeguarding policies and procedures Collaboration & Professional Practice • Work effectively with teaching assistants and support staff • Communicate regularly with parents and carers regarding progress • Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and annual reviews • Engage in CPD and uphold the Teachers’ Standards Why Apply? • A genuinely meaningful role where every day makes a difference • Supportive leadership and an experienced SEN team • Competitive salary on the Hertfordshire pay scale • Term-time working in a positive, child-centred environment Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.