Secondary SEN Teachers – Special Schools – London (PSL Contract Schools)
Hays Education – Specialist SEN Recruitment
Are you an enthusiastic and skilled Secondary SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding role within a specialist school environment? Hays Education is working in partnership with a range of Special Schools across London through our PSL contracts, and we are seeking outstanding teachers to support secondary-aged learners with a variety of additional needs.
About the RoleWe are recruiting for Secondary SEN Teaching roles in a range of specialist settings, including:
1. Autism (ASC) specialist schools
2. SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) provisions
3. MLD/SLD (Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties) schools
4. PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties) departments
5. Specialist sensory andplex needs settings
Roles involve working with small classes, delivering highly differentiated lessons, and adapting the curriculum to support individual learning pathways across KS3, KS4, and preparing pupils for Post-16 transitions.Positions are available on a long-term, short-term, or day-to-day supply basis, with opportunities for permanent placements.
What We’re Looking ForWe wee applications from teachers who:
6. Hold QTS or equivalent
7. Have experience working within a special school or specialist SEN environment
8. Are confident teaching across a range of subjects, with flexibility to adapt learning for varied needs
9. Have strong behaviour regulation andmunication skills
10. Demonstrate creativity, patience, resilience, and amitment to inclusive practice
11. Are experienced or open to using approaches such as PECS, Makaton, sensory-based learning, or therapeutic strategies
Why Work with Hays Education?
12. Access to exclusive PSL roles in London’s leading Special Schools
13. A dedicated SEN consultant to support your career and placements
14. Regular and reliable work tailored to your skillset and travel preferences
15. Free CPD including:
16. Ongoing support throughout your assignment
LocationRoles available across a wide range of London boroughs—matched with your preferred areas andmute.