Job type
TemporaryLocation
HounslowWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SenIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£180 - £265 per day
SEN, "special schools", primary, teacher, interim
Primary SEN Teachers – Special Schools – London PSL Contract Schools
Hays Education – Specialist SEN Recruitment
Are you an experienced and passionate SEN Teacher looking to make a lasting impact in a specialist school environment? Hays Education is proudly partnered with a network of Special Schools across London through our PSL contracts, and we are seeking dedicated SEN practitioners to join our expert teaching pool.
About the Role
We are recruiting for a range of special school settings, including:
- Autism-specific schools
- SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) schools
- Schools for Moderate–Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)
- PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties) provisions
- Specialist settings with sensory, physical or complex needs
These roles involve working with small classes, highly personalised learning, multi-disciplinary teams, and bespoke curriculum pathways designed to support each pupil’s individual needs.
Positions are available on a long-term, short-term, and day-to-day supply basis, with opportunities for permanent roles for the right teachers.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome teachers who:
- Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
- Have prior experience working in a special school or specialist SEN environment
- Are confident delivering adapted, personalised or alternative curriculum?
- Use creative, differentiated teaching strategies
- Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and behaviour regulation skills
- Bring patience, resilience, and a passion for inclusive education
Experience with PECS, Makaton, sensory approaches, or therapeutic teaching is highly valued.
Why Work with Hays Education?
- Exclusive access to PSL partner special schools across London
- A dedicated SEN consultant to match you with suitable provisions
- Consistent supply of work tailored to your experience and travel needs
- Competitive rates of pay
- Free CPD
- Ongoing support throughout your placement journey
Location
Opportunities available across multiple boroughs, with roles matched to your preferred commute.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
