Primary SEN Teacher
Location: Cricklewood, North West London
Salary: M1 - UPS 3 Inner London + SEN Allowance
Job Type: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Contract: Long-term supply (Temporary to Permanent)
Start Date: After Easter (earlier start available for transition)
School Type: Specialist SEN School
Primary SEN Teacher – Autism Class – Cricklewood
For some children, learning hasn’t always felt accessible. Classrooms may have felt overwhelming, routines unpredictable, and success out of reach. But in the right environment, with the right teacher, that can change.
In a specialist SEN school in Cricklewood, a small group of pupils are waiting for a teacher who understands how to unlock their potential. Not through pressure, but through patience, structure and trust.
This role is centred around leading a class of six pupils with autism, working across a range of abilities from Early Years through to Key Stage 2. Each child brings their own strengths, needs and way of seeing the world. Your role is to create a calm, structured and engaging space where they feel safe enough to learn, communicate and grow.
Progress here isn’t always measured in big leaps. Sometimes it’s a pupil using a new word, managing a transition calmly, or engaging in a lesson for the first time. These are the moments that matter.
The school is well-resourced, highly supportive and built around a team approach. You will be working alongside experienced teaching assistants and SEN professionals who understand the importance of consistency, routine and collaboration.
The Role
As a Primary SEN Teacher, you will lead a small autism class and create a learning environment tailored to individual needs.
• Teach a class of six pupils with autism across EYFS to KS2 levels
• Plan and deliver personalised lessons aligned to EHCP outcomes
• Adapt the primary curriculum to suit a range of learning needs and abilities
• Create a structured classroom environment that supports routine and engagement
• Work closely with teaching assistants to deliver consistent support
• Support communication, emotional regulation and independence
• Build confidence and encourage a positive relationship with learning
What the School Is Looking For
The school is looking for a teacher who understands that every child learns differently and is committed to inclusive practice.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a valid TRN
• Minimum two years’ experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum (EYFS–KS2)
• Experience working with autism and differentiated learning approaches
• Calm, flexible and patient approach to teaching
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
Classroom Support
• Two experienced teaching assistants in the classroom
• Collaborative, team-focused SEN environment
• Additional support tailored to individual pupil needs
About the School
This specialist SEN school in Cricklewood provides a nurturing and structured environment where pupils are supported to develop communication, independence and emotional regulation.
• Small class sizes to ensure personalised learning
• Strong focus on communication and life skills
• Supportive leadership team with a focus on staff wellbeing
• Positive, collaborative staff culture
• Ongoing CPD and opportunities for professional development
Pay and Benefits
• Competitive daily rate PAYE (no umbrella companies)
• Full-time, term-time only role
• Long-term opportunity with potential to become permanent
• Strong support from leadership and SEN specialists
• Opportunity to make a lasting, meaningful difference
Why This Role Matters
For these pupils, the right teacher can transform their experience of education.
As a Primary SEN Teacher, you will be the person who helps them feel safe, understood and capable. You will create an environment where they can begin to enjoy learning, build confidence and develop skills that go far beyond the classroom.
If you are looking for a Primary SEN Teacher role in Cricklewood where you can genuinely impact the lives of pupils with autism while working within a supportive SEN setting, this is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
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