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Primary SEND Teacher – 1 Year Contract

Worthing

£93 to £100 per day

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Primary SEND Teacher – Maternity Cover

Main Pay Scale (MPS)
Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)
Worthing, West Sussex
Full-Time

Are you a compassionate and dedicated teacher who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Primary SEND Teacher to join our specialist setting in Worthing on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with pupils who require a highly personalised approach to learning and who benefit from a nurturing, structured, and supportive educational environment.

You will play a key role in helping children develop academically, socially, and emotionally, enabling them to achieve their individual potential and celebrate success at every stage of their learning journey.

The Role

As a Primary SEND Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of pupils with a range of special educational needs. You will create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels safe, valued, and motivated to learn.

Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists, families, and other professionals, you will help deliver personalised learning programmes that support both educational progress and personal development.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Has experience teaching primary-aged children

  • Has a strong understanding of SEND and inclusive teaching practices

  • Can adapt learning to meet a wide range of abilities and needs

  • Builds positive and trusting relationships with pupils and families

  • Is patient, nurturing, and resilient

  • Has strong classroom management skills and high expectations for all learners

  • Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Experience working with pupils with Autism, communication needs, ADHD, learning difficulties, or complex needs would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

  • Main Pay Scale salary

  • A fixed-term maternity cover contract for approximately 12 months

  • Small class sizes and excellent levels of support

  • A welcoming and collaborative staff team

  • Ongoing professional development and SEND-specific training

  • Opportunities to work alongside experienced therapists and specialist practitioners

  • A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children’s lives

About Our Pupils

Our pupils have a range of special educational needs and disabilities and benefit from an individualised approach to learning. We focus on developing communication, independence, confidence, emotional wellbeing, and academic achievement through engaging and meaningful learning experiences.

We are proud of our inclusive and nurturing environment, where every child’s strengths are recognised and celebrated.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate teacher who believes every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV and a member of our team will be in touch.

Lucy Parrott

Lucy Parrott

West Sussex and Hampshire SEND