Job description

Fully Qualified SEND Teacher

Location: Islington
Salary: £170 - £250 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Part-Time / Full-Time

GSL Education’s London Branch is seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher with QTS to join a supportive and dynamic school community in Islington. If you have a strong commitment to inclusive education and enjoy working with students with diverse needs, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.

As a SEND Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, ensuring they receive high-quality, personalised teaching.

Responsibilities of a SEND Teacher:

  • Deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons that cater to students with diverse special educational needs.
  • Plan, prepare, and adapt learning materials to support individual education plans (IEPs).
  • Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing detailed feedback and ensuring appropriate interventions are in place.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, external specialists, and school leaders.
  • Maintain clear communication with parents and carers to support pupil development.

Requirements for a SEND Teacher:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
  • Previous teaching experience within SEND settings or supporting pupils with SEND needs.
  • Strong behaviour management and differentiation skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Additional training in SEND (e.g., Autism, SEMH, MLD/SLD) is desirable but not essential.
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Why Join Us?

  • Immediate start with flexible contract options (day-to-day, long-term, part-time, or full-time).
  • A supportive school environment where your SEND expertise will be valued and encouraged.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support for staff in schools across the UK.

If you are a caring and committed SEND Teacher ready to take on a rewarding new role, click ‘apply now’ to submit your most up-to-date CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps.