Special Education Teacher

Job description

Primary Teacher

Are you a dedicated SEN Teacher, keen to make a difference within Primary Education?

A well-established Specialist Provision in Newbury are seeking an SEN Teacher to lead a small group of children in Yr4-5 with complex SEMH, ASC and other learning needs on a contractual basis, with potential for a long-term role.

Job Description:

• Full-time, contractual Teaching position
• Nurturing SEMH School, Primary Teacher responsibilities
• Work with students in Yr4-5 with a range of needs: ASC, SEMH, other complex learning and mental health needs
• Small classes of max. 4-5 students (high staff/student ratios)
• Trauma-informed practice, child-centred approach
• Oversee class Teaching Assistants to ensure all students can thrive
• Start date immediately

Person description:

• QTS/QTLS essential, with experience working in a Primary, or preferably SEND setting with children with similar SEND
• Child-centred approach to teaching - understands and implements trauma-informed practices
• Calm and patient demeanour, with strong classroom management skills
• Excellent behaviour management, adaptability to deal with unpredictable and unregulated behaviour

This is a special opportunity to join a nurturing SEMH Provision in Newbury. The school caters to 30 children aged 5-11; as a Teacher, you will lead a small class of up to 5 children. The school takes a child-centred approach to education, with high staff/student ratios, and all strategies implement trauma-informed practice.

Part of a well-established group of SEMH Schools and Children's Homes across the UK, this school are friendly, professional and caring, with an outstanding reputation for always putting the child first.

This is the ideal opportunity for a Teacher with SEND experience to join a small Provision supporting SEMH children with complex needs on a contractual basis. If you value small groups, tailored learning and love the idea of being part of a close-knit, specialist school community, this could be the opportunity for you. The school boasts on-site parking, and a convenient location for commuters.

If you've got QTS, and relevant experience as a Primary Teacher, Nurture Teacher or have similar SEND experience, apply today or send your CV to i.withey@linqrecruitment.co.uk.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Welford

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

22-12-2025

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English