Teaching Personnel
SEN Teacher (Primary or Secondary)
Full-Time | Permanent | Start: September 2026
Location: Shepperton, Surrey
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join our team from September 2026 on a full-time, permanent basis, working across the Surrey area. This role is suitable for teachers with either Primary or Secondary experience who are passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs.
The Role
You will be working closely with students who have complex needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
You will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that support academic progress, communication, independence, and personal development. The role also involves close collaboration with teaching assistants, therapists, and families to ensure each pupil receives a holistic and inclusive education.
The Ideal Candidate
We welcome applications from individuals who:
- Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or are motivated to pursue teacher training
- Have previous experience working within a SEN environment (desirable)
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive and differentiated teaching
- Are patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
What We Offer
- A permanent, full-time position starting September 2026
- Opportunities across the Surrey area
- Full support for candidates looking to undertake or progress through teacher training
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- Ongoing professional development and SEN-specific training
If you are an experienced SEN teacher or a qualified teacher keen to train and develop within a SEN setting, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your SEN education career.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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