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