Specialist Secondary SEND Teacher
Location Havering East London
Contract Permanent Full Time
Salary Outer London MPS UPS plus SEN Allowance
Start Date September 2026
A Specialist Opportunity in Secondary SEND
If you are planning ahead for September 2026 and are considering a move into or within specialist education, this could be an excellent next step.
We are supporting a well established specialist secondary school in Havering that works with pupils who have a wide range of additional needs. The school offers a structured and supportive environment where young people are encouraged to develop independence confidence communication skills and meaningful life skills alongside their academic progress.
Progress in this setting is measured in many ways including engagement emotional regulation communication development and preparation for adulthood as well as formal qualifications.
About the Role
As a Specialist SEND Teacher you will work with pupils who may have autism ADHD speech and language needs SEMH profiles or complex learning difficulties.
Teaching is carefully adapted to ensure accessibility while maintaining high expectations. In this role you will support learners by
Delivering differentiated curriculum content in accessible ways
Supporting functional skills and accredited pathways
Embedding independence and life skills within lessons
Using structured strategies to support behaviour and regulation
Building consistent positive relationships with young people
You will work closely with experienced teaching assistants therapists and leadership to ensure coordinated support for every pupil.
Why This School
Strong focus on student progress and independence
Experienced and supportive specialist team
Committed leadership with a clear SEND vision
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Collaborative culture where staff are valued
The school promotes consistency structure and a shared commitment to helping every young person reach their potential.
Who This Role Would Suit
Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
Experience within secondary or SEND settings is desirable
A strong understanding that behaviour is communication
Confidence adapting curriculum content for diverse needs
A reflective practitioner who values progress in all its forms
This opportunity would suit a teacher who is motivated by supporting young people to succeed academically and personally within a specialist environment.
Why Work With Parker Smith Inclusion
We specialise exclusively in SEND education recruitment.
Our approach focuses on long term relationships careful matching and quality placements. We understand specialist settings and work closely with schools and educators to ensure the right fit for sustainable success.
Interested
If you would like to discuss this opportunity confidentially or explore other secondary SEND roles for September please get in touch.
Send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk
Or call 0203 011 4848 for a confidential conversation