SEND Teacher (Autism / SEMH)
Location: Surrey
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £44,000 – £53,000
About the Role
An expanding specialist education provider is seeking a passionate and resilient SEND Teacher (Autism / SEMH) to join a newly established secondary school supporting pupils aged 11–16.
This role focuses on delivering a nurture-based, structured and personalised learning approach for young people with:
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Autism (ASC)
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Social communication needs
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Emotional regulation challenges & Sensory processing differences
You will play a key role in creating a safe, consistent and engaging learning environment where students can thrive both academically and emotionally.
Why This Role Stands Out
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Join a brand-new specialist school at an early stage of growth with high staff-to-student ratios
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Work alongside a multi-disciplinary team (therapists & support staff)
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Opportunity to shape inclusive and nurture-based teaching practices.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver high-quality, differentiated teaching tailored to individual needs
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Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned to the national curriculum
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Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
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Set, monitor and review individual targets and EHCP outcomes
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Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff and leadership teams
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Monitor progress and provide clear reporting to stakeholders. Contribute to EHCP reviews, PEPs and LAC meeting.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Experience working with:
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Autism (ASC)
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SEND / SEMH needs
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Strong ability to differentiate teaching
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Understanding of behaviour management and emotional regulation
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Ability to work in challenging but highly rewarding environments
Desirable:
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Additional SEND qualifications
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Experience in specialist or alternative provision settings
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Knowledge of co-occurring needs (e.g. ADHD, trauma, sensory needs)
What’s on Offer
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Ongoing training & career development opportunities
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Employee discounts and wellbeing support (including financial wellbeing tools)
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Enhanced annual leave, pension and life assurance
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24/7 GP access for you and your household
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Health cash plan (dental, optical & more)
Important Information
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This role requires emotional resilience and adaptabilit. Some pupils may present with challenging behaviours
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Occasional travel to a nearby satellite site may be required
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Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks apply