Job Description

SEND Teacher

Autism Hub within a Primary School

Sutton

Full-time

Long-term contract

September 2026 – July 2027

Paid to ScaleWe are seeking a dedicated, qualified SEND Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in September to lead teaching within its specialist Autism Hub for pupils with Special Educational Needs.

The Role

In this SEND Teacher role, you will support a small class of up to 10 pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, non-verbal communication, speech and language difficulties, and developmental delay, with or without EHCPs.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging, tailored learning in a nurturing and structured environment, helping every child reach their full potential. You will benefit from the support of a team of Learning Support Assistants, enabling you to make a meaningful impact on pupil progress and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver high-quality, sensory-focused lessons to pupils with complex autism.

Create a supportive, structured learning environment that meets the diverse needs of all learners.

Work closely with an experienced team of teaching assistants and support staff within the Hub.

Liaise with mainstream staff to support pupil integration where appropriate.

Collaborate with external agencies and benefit from the wider support of the local trust.While pupils are primarily based within the Hub, some will access mainstream lessons and participate in wider school activities where appropriate.

The School

This welcoming and inclusive primary school is based in Sutton and is committed to providing a nurturing, supportive, and inspiring learning environment for every child. The school prides itself on fostering high academic standards alongside creativity, confidence, and personal development. With a dedicated team of staff, strong community values and a strong focus on pupil wellbeing this offer a lovely work environment. The school benefits of being part of a larger trust and

To apply for this role, you must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching children or young people with SEND

• Comprehensive knowledge, understanding, and experience of working with children with autism

• Experience in one or more of the following approaches: Attention Autism, TEACCH, Makaton, and PECS

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and compassionate teacher who is committed to inclusive education and passionate about supporting children with complex needs.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients