SEND Teacher – Paddington, West London

Job Title: SEND Teacher
Location: Paddington, West London
Start Date: ASAP / November 2026
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £36,000 – £55,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Are you a passionate SEND Teacher looking for a rewarding, permanent teaching opportunity in West London?

Do you have experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and additional learning needs?

Are you committed to making a genuine difference to young people who require a personalised and alternative approach to education?

TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teacher to join a specialist education provision based in the Paddington area of West London on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a nurturing and supportive educational setting that provides personalised learning opportunities for young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons, building positive relationships and supporting pupils to develop the confidence, independence and skills needed to achieve their full potential.

The successful SEND Teacher will:

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.

• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other complex educational needs.

• Deliver personalised learning programmes within small classroom settings.

• Implement positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and progress.

• Monitor pupil development and support individual EHCP targets.

• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, SEND specialists and senior leaders.

• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning.

The successful SEND Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a relevant recognised teaching qualification.

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally within a specialist school or alternative provision.

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Knowledge of differentiated teaching and individual learning plans.

• An understanding of trauma-informed approaches and SEMH needs.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• A patient, adaptable and resilient approach to teaching.

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.

What the school can offer:

• A permanent teaching position within a supportive specialist education setting.

• Small class sizes and opportunities to deliver personalised learning.

• A collaborative and welcoming staff team.

• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference to young people's education.

• A competitive annual salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

Why work with TeacherActive?

TeacherActive are specialists in education recruitment, working closely with mainstream schools, SEND provisions and alternative education settings across London.

Our dedicated consultants will support you throughout the recruitment process, from your initial application through to interview preparation and securing your new permanent position.

Apply today!

If you are an enthusiastic and committed SEND Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity in Paddington, West London, we would love to hear from you!

Contact:

Geoff Jones
Principal SEND Consultant | TeacherActive
Telephone: 0207 858 6655
Email: geoff.jones@teacheractive.com

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and professional references.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment.