SEND Teacher

Start date: ASAP or January 2026

Salary: £37,869 - £50,474 per year (dependent on experience) M1 to M6 Outer London

Are you a qualified Teacher / SEND Teacher looking for a new teaching opportunity in South West London?

Zest Education is working with a SEN school in Twickenham that is expanding and seeking an inspiring Qualified Teacher (QTS) to join their growing team.

This exciting SEND teaching position is ideal for either primary or secondary trained teachers who are eager to make a difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The school supports pupils aged 7-16 and provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive academically and emotionally. You'll be placed within a year group that matches your skills and preferences, teaching small class sizes of 4-8 students with excellent support staff and additional PPA time.

• Supportive and well-structured team environment
• Excellent training and professional development for teachers new to SEN
• Brand-new facilities and purpose-built classrooms
• Strong leadership team with a focus on staff wellbeing and progression
• Opportunity to develop your expertise in Autism and SEMH education

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Primary or Secondary trained
• A passion for supporting children with special educational needs
• Excellent communication skills and a patient, caring approach
• Previous SEN or mainstream teaching experience is desirable (but not essential - training provided)

This specialist SEN school in Twickenham is expanding rapidly, welcoming new students each term. The school has spacious outdoor areas, modern classrooms, and a strong commitment to inclusive education. Teachers are supported by a collaborative senior leadership team and receive ongoing CPD opportunities.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher looking for your next SEND teaching job in London, we'd love to hear from you.

Zest Education is an APSCo-audited education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding children and supporting teachers' career growth.

All candidates must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS, be registered to the DBS Update Service, and provide references covering the last two years.

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