Special Needs Teacher
Location: Merton, South West London
Salary: M1–UPS1/2 - Inner London
Contract: Full-time, term-time only, Long-term to Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
For many pupils with additional needs, school hasn’t always been a positive or accessible experience. With the right teacher, the right environment and the right support, that can completely change.
As a Special Needs Teacher, you will lead a small class supported by experienced Teaching Assistants, creating a calm, structured and engaging learning environment. Your role will be central to helping pupils re-engage with education, build confidence and achieve meaningful progress both academically and personally.
It requires resilience, empathy, and a willingness to think creatively in response to complex behaviours. For SEND professionals who are passionate about making a tangible difference, it offers something rare: the opportunity to see real, lasting impact in the lives of young people who need it most.
The current teaching team have a diverse range of backgrounds including:
• Experience in SEN schools, mainstream primary schools and alternative provisions
• A creative and flexible approach to the Primary National Curriculum
• A genuine passion for SEND and inclusive education
• A calm, resilient and nurturing teaching style
Working within this specialist school, you will benefit from:
• Small class sizes to support personalised learning and EHCP outcomes
• Strong staff-to-pupil ratios with skilled Teaching Assistant support
• Collaborative working with therapists, SEN professionals and external agencies
• A supportive Senior Leadership Team with a focus on staff wellbeing
• Ongoing CPD and clear career progression pathways
• Protected PPA time and a well-resourced teaching environment
What makes this setting particularly rewarding for staff is the strong sense of team collaboration. Professionals from education, therapy, and pastoral backgrounds work side by side, sharing insight and supporting one another. Leadership is visible and approachable, with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development. New ideas are welcomed, and there is space to shape practice in meaningful ways.
If this Special Needs Teacher role in Merton, South West London or any other SEND teaching opportunities with Parker Smith Inclusion has caught your interest, I would love to share more details and guide you through the next steps.
Working with Parker Smith Inclusion, you will be valued for your experience, supported in your career and matched with schools where you can make a genuine impact. Contact Jamie at Parker Smith Inclusion today to take the next step in your SEND teaching career.