SEN Teacher

Pield Heath House School is a non-maintained school for children and young people aged 7-19 with a range of additional severe and complex learning needs including speech and language and communication disorders, sensory regulation difficulties and associated behaviours.

(Permanent) SEN Teacher - MPS/UPS (Outer London)

1265 hours of directed time (annually) to be worked Monday to Friday, term-time only plus 5 staff training days

We are seeking teachers who are passionate about inclusive education and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with a diverse range of additional needs to join our multi-disciplinary team.

The successful candidate(s) will:

• Plan and deliver individualised and engaging lessons that consider cognitive, communication, and sensory profiles.

• Lead and manage a class team to ensure a consistent and person-centred approach across the day.

• Work collaboratively with therapists and other professionals to embed therapeutic strategies into daily teaching.

• Use augmentative and alternative communication systems (AAC) including high-tech (e.g., communication devices/apps) and low-tech systems (e.g., PECS, Sign-Along, visual supports).

• Build strong relationships with families and contribute positively to home-school communication.

• Make meaningful contributions in annual reviews and Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) processes.

We are looking for candidate(s) who:

• Are a qualified teacher with proven SEN experience, ideally in a special school setting.

• Has extensive experience with AAC systems – both high-tech and low-tech.

• Has experience teaching students with complex and severe learning needs and managing behaviours positively using PBS principles.

• Is skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration and embedding therapeutic/regulation strategies into teaching.

• Can lead, inspire, and support a class team to deliver high-quality, consistent care and education.

• Is confident in working with parents/carers and supporting EHCP processes.

In return we can offer:

• A friendly community providing an opportunity to work with a fantastic group of children and young people.

• A supportive working environment and talented teaching teams who work collaboratively to share expertise and are committed to achieving exceptionally high standards of teaching & learning.

• Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to support career progression.

• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – access to confidential support 24/7

• Free parking available on site (or nearby access to Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines and bus services)

• Enjoy paid morning and lunch breaks

• Free tea, coffee and milk provided with onsite lunches purchasable from our talented catering team

If you have any questions, please email us: View email address on tes.com

Closing date for applications is 22 November 2026 with a view for interviews to take place w/c 30 November 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the date shown if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement

Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, other necessary pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.