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Location: Chingford
Start Date: ASAP 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and adaptable Science Teacher to join a dedicated team at our special educational needs (SEN) school in Chingford, supporting students aged 6 -16 with a primary focus on visual impairment, as well as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD.
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a setting where science is taught in creative, sensory-informed ways that meet individual learning needs.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging and accessible science lessons tailored to students with a range of SEN, particularly those with visual impairment
Work closely with specialist staff, including VI teachers and support assistants, to adapt resources and learning strategies
Contribute to EHCP reviews, planning, and monitoring of student progress
Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment
Participate in whole-school SEN training and development
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience or strong interest in teaching pupils with SEN, particularly ASD, ADHD, or visual impairment
Ability to differentiate lessons and adapt teaching for individual needs
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
Desirable:
Experience working in a special school or SEN setting
Knowledge of accessible formats (e.g. large print, tactile diagrams)
Familiarity with or interest in Braille (training provided if not experienced)
Why Join Us?
Work in a highly supportive, specialist environment
Ongoing professional development, including Braille and VI training
Collaborative staff team with a strong focus on wellbeing and pupil-centred practice
Well-resourced science department adapted for SEN learners
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Start Date: ASAP 2025
Location: Chingford, London
Contract: Full-time, permanent
