SEN Teacher- Secondary Teacher

Company: Veritas Education Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

SEN Teacher – Secondary & Post‑16Location: LewishamContract: Temp-to-Perm or Straight to PermanentSetting: Small SEN Through SchoolSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceStart: September

About the School

We are a warm, inclusive, and well‑resourced SEN through school in Lewisham that supports students with a range of additional needs from primary years through to Post‑16 pathways. The school prides itself on a nurturing ethos, excellent staff teamwork, and a commitment to helping every learner achieve meaningful progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for small groups.
  • Support learners with diverse needs including ASD, MLD, SEMH, and complex needs.
  • Work closely with therapists, support staff, and parents/carers.
  • Create a positive, structured, and supportive classroom environment.
  • Contribute to EHCP targets and individual learning plans.
  • Be part of a collaborative, caring staff team.

Qualifications and Experience

  • QTS is preferred; highly experienced unqualified SEN teachers will also be considered.
  • Strong experience teaching Secondary or Post‑16 learners.
  • A calm, resilient, and student‑centred approach.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Passion for helping young people with SEN thrive.
  • Ability to commit long‑term, with routes to permanent employment.

Benefits

  • Supportive SLT that values staff wellbeing.
  • Small class sizes with strong TA support.
  • Ongoing professional development.
  • Opportunities for progression and specialism.
  • A warm, community‑focused environment.
  • Pathways into a permanent role.

Application Requirements

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, and all employment breaks must be explained.

You must have legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026