Primary SEN Teacher

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Salary: £34,398 £52,490 per annum + SEN Allowance
Job Type: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a Primary Teacher looking for a rewarding SEN teaching role where you can genuinely change the lives of children who need a different approach to education?

This Primary SEN Teacher job in Hertfordshire is based within an outstanding specialist primary school supporting pupils aged 4 11 with Autism, complex learning needs, communication differences, and SEMH needs. The school provides a nurturing, highly personalised environment where pupils are supported to feel safe, valued, and confident in learning.

With small class sizes and strong therapeutic support, this SEN school allows teachers to deliver creative and individualised learning tailored to each child s EHCP outcomes. Progress is celebrated in meaningful ways, whether that is improved communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, or increased independence.

As a Primary SEN Teacher, you will lead either a KS1 or KS2 class supported by experienced LSAs and work closely with therapists, families, and multi-agency professionals to provide consistent, holistic support for every pupil.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver differentiated lessons across KS1 or KS2 within a specialist SEN setting
• Support pupils with Autism, complex needs, communication needs, and SEMH
• Plan and adapt learning to meet EHCP outcomes and individual learning styles
• Create a calm, structured, and nurturing classroom environment
• Support emotional regulation, confidence, and social development
• Work collaboratively with LSAs, therapists, and parents
• Use creative, practical, and therapeutic approaches to learning

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching or supporting pupils with SEN, Autism, complex needs, or SEMH
• Strong understanding of differentiation and inclusive teaching practice
• Calm, adaptable, and reflective approach to teaching
• Passion for SEND and child-centred education
• Mainstream Primary Teachers looking to transition into SEN are encouraged to apply

Why apply for this Primary SEN Teacher role in Hertfordshire?

• Competitive salary with SEN allowance (£34,398 £52,490)
• Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios
• Supportive SEN school with therapeutic and holistic approach
• Excellent CPD and progression opportunities within SEND education
• Protected PPA time and wellbeing support
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils lives every day

If you are searching for Primary SEN Teacher jobs in Hertfordshire, SEN Teacher roles, or specialist school teaching jobs in Watford, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive and rewarding school environment.

Apply today or contact Daniel at Parker Smith Inclusion to find out more about this Primary SEN Teacher job in Hertfordshire.

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