ARP Teacher - Primary SEN
- Brent, North-West London
- Full-Time | Long-Term | ASAP Start
- Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 3:45pm
- £140 – £165 PAYE per day, weekly payment
A forward-thinking, inclusive primary school in Brent, North-West London is seeking a compassionate and skilled ARP Teacher to lead its Autism Resource Provision (ARP), supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
This is a long-term, full-time role, ideal for a qualified or unqualified teacher with a strong SEN background, especially in autism education. The ARP supports children with EHCPs who require a more specialist setting, while promoting inclusion and eventual reintegration into the mainstream classroom.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach and manage a small group of pupils within the Autism Resource Provision
- Plan and deliver differentiated lessons in line with individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- Foster the development of communication, emotional regulation, and independence
- Collaborate closely with Teaching Assistants, the SENCO, therapists, and leadership
- Implement evidence-based strategies, such as TEACCH, PECS, Makaton, or SCERTS
- Monitor progress, set targets, and maintain detailed pupil records
- Provide a safe, calm, and structured learning environment that meets pupils' sensory and emotional needs
About the Provision
- A purpose-built Autism Resource Provision within a mainstream primary school
- Supports pupils from Reception to Year 6, with a primary focus on Years 1–4
- All pupils have formal autism diagnoses and EHCPs
- Many pupils are pre-verbal or use alternative communication methods
- Low pupil-to-adult ratio, supported by a team of experienced Teaching Assistants
The Ideal SEN Teacher
We welcome applications from:
- Qualified Teachers (QTS/QTLS) with SEN experience
- Unqualified Teachers or HLTA-level professionals with strong autism/SEN backgrounds
- Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants seeking progression
You should demonstrate
- Experience working with children with autism and complex learning needs
- Strong behaviour management and a nurturing, structured teaching approach
- Knowledge of communication strategies (e.g., PECS, AAC, Makaton)
- Confidence in leading a class and managing support staff effectively
- A deep understanding of inclusive education and trauma-informed practice
- A proactive, reflective attitude with a commitment to continuous professional development
What the School Offers
- A well-resourced, specialist Autism Resource Provision
- Ongoing training in autism strategies, communication methods, and sensory support
- Daily support from a consistent team of specialist Teaching Assistants
- A highly supportive SENCO and leadership team
- Access to external professionals such as SALTs, OTs, and Educational Psychologists
- Opportunities for career progression and potential routes into formal teacher training (for unqualified staff)
- A welcoming, inclusive ethos focused on staff well-being and professional growth.
Why Join This School?
This is more than a teaching job. It's a chance to help shape a nurturing, tailored learning journey for pupils who need specialist support. You will work in a close-knit, experienced team within a school that values empathy, structure, and innovation in SEN teaching.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now to submit your CV, or contact Daniel at Parker Smith Inclusion for a confidential conversation and more information.