Job Description

Job Title: SEN/SEMH Primary School Teacher

Location: Barking & Dagenham

Day Rate: £(Apply online only) per day

Start Date: September (possibly sooner)

Contract: Full-Time, Temporary

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher with experience or a strong interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic SEN Primary Teacher to work within Key Stage 2 in supportive and inclusive school settings across Barking & Dagenham.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join schools that are committed to providing high-quality, tailored education for pupils with a range of additional needs, helping every child achieve their full potential.

We are looking for resilient, creative, and nurturing educators who can make a real difference in a specialist or inclusive classroom environment.

As an SEN Primary Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, adapted teaching across KS2, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include Autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and moderate learning difficulties.

You will work in settings that prioritise personalised learning, structured support, and positive behaviour approaches.

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with SEN
• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
• Use a range of strategies to support communication, emotional regulation, and engagement
• Implement and contribute to EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Assess, track, and report on pupil progress in line with individual needs
• Promote positive behaviour strategies and consistent routines
• Work closely with support staff, SENCOs, therapists, and parents/carers
• Contribute to the wider school community where required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and PGCE (or equivalent)
• Experience teaching in a primary setting (KS2 experience desirable)
• SEN experience (in mainstream or specialist settings) is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of SEN needs, including ASD and ADHD
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet a wide range of learning needs
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Patient, resilient, and compassionate approach to teaching
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Opportunities to work in supportive SEN and inclusive school environments
• Full-time, long-term and permanent roles
• Ongoing professional development and SEN training opportunities
• Supportive leadership teams and collaborative staff networks
• Competitive pay (MPS/UPS depending on experience)
• Rewarding roles where you can make a real impact on pupils lives

If you are an inspiring SEN Primary Teacher ready for your next opportunity in Key Stage 2, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that this role requires strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must undergo enhanced DBS checks and meet safer recruitment requirements.

We also offer access to accredited education-related CPD courses via our partners, along with referral rewards for successful recommendations (Ts & Cs apply).

To apply, please click apply now and submit your full and up-to-date CV, including your experience, ethos, and aspirations. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Primary Teacher - Barking & Dagenham