SEN Teacher (London)

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Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Brick Lane School, London E2 6DY
Salary: Up to £51,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Are you a passionate, resilient and creative educator who believes every young person deserves the chance to thrive? Do you want to work in a setting where your impact is visible every single day? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking an inspirational SEN Teacher to join our dedicated team and deliver high‑quality, personalised education to students with a range of additional needs. This is a role where your expertise, empathy and energy will shape futures.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver high‑quality lessons for individuals and small groups, teaching up to GCSE level within the school’s curriculum framework.
• Create and review personalised learning plans (IEPs, IBPs and other individual plans) to ensure each student makes meaningful progress.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress, maintaining accurate records in line with regulatory and company standards.
• Support the delivery of nurture‑based programmes that promote emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, Tutors, care staff and the wider multi‑professional team to ensure a consistent, holistic approach.
• Manage challenging behaviour using supportive strategies that help students develop self‑regulation and independence.
• Organise classroom environments, resources and displays to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning space

About You

• QTS required
• Primary Teacher degree required
• Experience in EYFS and multi sensory approach to teaching desired.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEMH or complex needs desired.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and succeed.

About Us

Brick Lane School is an independent specialist school in East London for autistic pupils.

We provide a safe, welcoming environment shaped by Outcomes First Group’s Neurodiversity Strategy, celebrating strengths and individuality. Small classes and personalised education, therapy, and clinical support ensure every pupil’s needs are met. Through positive relationships and a holistic approach, we empower young people to thrive and lead fulfilling lives.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

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