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SEN Teacher

Reeson Education·Kingston upon Thames, London·Posted 1 week ago
💰 £150-200/hour
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Reeson Education is delighted to be partnering with a vibrant and inclusive Mainstream Primary School in Kingston Upon Thames to recruit a dedicated Primary Resource Base Teacher.

This is a unique opportunity to join a specialist provision within a mainstream setting. Our Resource Base is designed for pupils who benefit from a high level of specialist support while remaining an integral part of our warm school community. If you are passionate about bridging the gap between specialist and mainstream education, this is the role for you.

The Role: Primary Resource Base Lead

You will be responsible for leading a small, nurturing class of primary-aged pupils (EYFS-KS2) who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or Social Communication needs.

The Resource Base serves as a "hub" of expertise. You will create a structured environment that allows pupils to access a specialist curriculum while supporting their successful inclusion into mainstream classes where appropriate. You will be supported by a dedicated team of specialist Teaching Assistants.

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Differentiated Primary Delivery: Plan and deliver a highly personalised curriculum that focuses on the core primary framework, adapted for learners with ASD and communication difficulties.

  • Inclusion Advocacy: Work closely with mainstream class teachers to facilitate successful "step-out" opportunities, ensuring pupils feel confident in the wider school environment.

  • EHCP Management: Lead the implementation and tracking of EHCP targets, ensuring every small step of progress is celebrated and documented.

  • Therapeutic Collaboration: Partner with the SENCO, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists to integrate specialist strategies into daily classroom life.

  • Nurturing Environment: Use visual schedules, sensory breaks, and positive behavior support to create a "low-arousal" space where pupils feel safe to learn.

What We Are Looking For:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Proven experience teaching within a UK Primary setting.

  • SEN Expertise: A deep understanding of Autism (ASD) and Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN). Experience within a Resource Base or SEN unit is highly desirable.

  • Adaptability: A teacher who can pivot between sensory-based learning and formal primary academic instruction.

  • Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication skills to lead a team of TAs and engage effectively with parents and external professionals.

  • Compliance: An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through Reeson Education).

Why This Role?

This position offers the best of both worlds: the specialist resources and small class sizes of an SEN school, combined with the community feel and professional development opportunities of a thriving Primary school.

A permanent contract is available for the right candidate.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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Must-have skills
Qualified Teacher Status QTSUK Primary teaching experienceSEN expertiseAutism ASD knowledgeSLCN understandingEnhanced DBS check
Nice-to-have
Resource Base experienceSEN unit experienceEHCP managementTherapeutic collaboration
Soft skills
AdaptabilityCollaborationCommunicationLeadershipNurturingPatienceEmpathy
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⭐ Highlight your QTS qualification and Primary teaching experience prominently as these are essential requirements

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📊 Quantify your SEN impact: 'Supported 8 ASD pupils to achieve 95% of EHCP targets within 12 months'

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🌐 Emphasise any Resource Base or SEN unit experience as this is highly desirable for the role

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🤝 Demonstrate your collaborative skills with TAs, therapists and mainstream teachers for successful inclusion

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  • Led Primary Resource Base for 12 ASD pupils aged 4-11, achieving 94% of EHCP targets through differentiated curriculum and visual schedule implementation
  • Collaborated with 3 Speech and Language Therapists to integrate therapeutic strategies, resulting in 85% improvement in pupil communication outcomes
  • Managed team of 4 specialist Teaching Assistants to facilitate 40+ weekly inclusion sessions into mainstream KS1-KS2 classes

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Dear Hiring Manager,

Reeson Education's Primary Resource Base role in Kingston upon Thames perfectly aligns with my expertise in SEN teaching and passion for supporting pupils with ASD and SLCN within mainstream settings. My QTS qualification and specialist knowledge of differentiated curriculum delivery make me ideally suited to lead this vital provision.

My background in Primary SEN teaching has equipped me with the skills to create nurturing, low-arousal environments while implementing visual schedules and managing EHCP targets effectively. I have successfully collaborated with Speech and Language Therapists and led Teaching Assistant teams to support inclusion opportunities.

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Technical

  • How would you differentiate the primary curriculum for pupils with ASD and SLCN?
  • Describe your experience with EHCP target setting and progress tracking
  • What strategies would you use to create a low-arousal learning environment?
  • How do you implement visual schedules and sensory breaks in daily teaching?
  • Explain your approach to facilitating inclusion into mainstream classes

Behavioural

  • Tell me about a time you successfully supported a pupil with complex SEN needs
  • Describe a situation where you had to adapt your teaching approach for an autistic learner
  • Give an example of how you've collaborated with external professionals like Speech Therapists
  • Tell me about a challenging behaviour situation and how you managed it positively
  • Describe how you've led and supported Teaching Assistants in your previous role
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Tell me about a time you successfully supported a pupil with complex SEN needs

I worked with James, a Year 3 pupil with severe ASD who was struggling with transitions and had frequent meltdowns. I implemented a personalised visual schedule showing his daily routine in 15-minute segments, introduced a sensory break every 45 minutes, and created a quiet corner with weighted blankets. Within 6 weeks, his meltdowns reduced from 8 per day to 2 per week, and he began participating in 20-minute mainstream PE sessions. His EHCP targets for emotional regulation improved by 75%, and his parents reported better behaviour at home too.
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Describe how you've led and supported Teaching Assistants in your previous role

I managed a team of 5 Teaching Assistants in our SEN unit, each supporting different aspects of pupil needs. I introduced weekly planning meetings where we reviewed individual pupil progress and shared successful strategies. I created a skills matrix identifying each TA's strengths and provided targeted training on Makaton signing and sensory regulation techniques. This resulted in 90% consistency across all support approaches, improved pupil outcomes by 40%, and increased TA confidence scores from 6/10 to 9/10 in our quarterly surveys.

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