SEN Teacher

Location: Watford Start Date: January 2026

A highly regarded specialist school in Watford is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teacher to join their team on a full-time, temp-perm basis from January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator committed to supporting pupils with autism, alongside related needs such as speech and language difficulties, sensory processing challenges, and behavioural regulation.

You will be part of a nurturing, well-resourced environment with small class sizes and a strong staff-to-student ratio. The school is proud to deliver personalised learning experiences that enable every pupil to thrive, supported by a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to the diverse needs of pupils with complex SEN, particularly autism and associated needs.

• Establish structured routines and use visual supports to aid communication and enhance learning.

• Collaborate closely with Teaching Assistants (TAs), therapists, and families to provide coordinated support.

• Monitor and report on pupil progress against EHCP outcomes and individual learning targets.

• Implement evidence-based strategies to support emotional regulation, independence, and self-management skills.

• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment where students feel valued and supported.

• Engage in CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and contribute to the wider school community.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable but not essential.

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ideally in a specialist or alternative education setting.

• Strong understanding of autism and related developmental needs.

• Patient, resilient, and nurturing approach to teaching and supporting pupils.

• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

• A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture focused on meeting individual pupil needs.

• Small, well-equipped classes and a dedicated team of support staff.

• Access to specialist CPD, including training in autism, sensory integration, and communication strategies.

• Competitive salary (based on experience) with opportunities for career progression into leadership or specialist roles.

• Generous holiday entitlement and a healthy work-life balance.

• Purpose-built facilities designed to support students’ sensory, communication, and learning needs.

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Please note: Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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