SEN Teacher Job | Primary SEND | Autism and SEMH
This SEN Teacher role is within a specialist primary SEND setting supporting pupils with Autism and ASC, SEMH, ADHD, communication needs, sensory processing differences and additional learning needs including SLD.
This is a specialist SEN teaching position. It is not suitable for teachers without genuine SEND experience or interest.
Pupils in this setting often present with emotional regulation difficulties, trauma related behaviours and communication challenges. Behaviour is understood as communication and the approach is relationship led, trauma informed and child centred.
This role is ideal for a teacher who wants to build or continue a career in SEND education and make a meaningful long term impact.
Type of SEND Provision
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Specialist primary SEND provision
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Small class sizes
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Autism and ASC
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SEMH and emotional regulation needs
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ADHD and attention difficulties
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Communication needs including non verbal communication
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Sensory processing differences
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SLD and additional learning needs
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Trauma informed and attachment aware practice
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Structured, calm and predictable environment
SEN Teacher Responsibilities
As a SEN Teacher, you will:
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Teach a small class of pupils with Autism, ASC and SEMH
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Adapt the primary curriculum for SEND learners
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Plan and deliver differentiated lessons
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Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour needs
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Use trauma informed and attachment aware approaches
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Create a calm, safe and structured classroom environment
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Support pupils with communication needs
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Work closely with teaching assistants and support staff
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Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP targets
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Liaise with families and professionals where appropriate
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Record progress and maintain accurate documentation
The Reality of the Role
This role includes working with pupils who may be dysregulated, distressed or unable to access learning at times. There may be challenging behaviour linked to unmet needs, trauma or communication difficulties.
This is a highly rewarding role for teachers who are resilient, patient and emotionally intelligent.
Who This SEN Teacher Role Is For
This role is suitable for:
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Qualified SEN Teachers
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SEND Teachers with Autism and SEMH experience
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Primary teachers with strong SEND background
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Teachers from SEN schools, SEMH provisions or PRUs
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Teachers with trauma informed practice experience
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Teachers who have supported non verbal pupils
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Teachers with experience supporting dysregulated pupils
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Teachers with lived experience of SEND
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Teachers committed to inclusive education
This role is not suitable for teachers looking for an easy or short term classroom role.
Why Work With Parker Smith Inclusion
Parker Smith Inclusion is a specialist SEND recruitment consultancy. SEND is our sole focus.
We work transparently and ethically. All roles are PAYE only. We prioritise long term fit, safeguarding and the right match for both teachers and settings.
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If you are a SEN Teacher looking for a specialist Autism and SEMH role in a primary SEND setting, I would welcome an application and conversation.
This role is for teachers who genuinely want to work in SEND and make a lasting difference.
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