Special Educational Needs Primary Teacher

Thebridgetrust; England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in the United Kingdom seeks a passionate and committed SEN Primary Teacher to work within an inclusive mainstream school. The role offers competitive pay, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a positive impact on students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Candidates should exhibit enthusiasm, resilience, and a successful track record in enhancing student wellbeing and academic progress. Flexible working arrangements may be available.

Benefits

Excellent professional development opportunities

Financial Wellbeing Scheme

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee discount schemes

Qualifications

• Must possess enthusiasm and skills to lead and develop staff across the school.
• Committed to inclusive education with a creative approach to teaching.
• Able to positively influence student progress and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire students with a strong commitment to inclusion.
• Utilize Positive Behaviour Support to improve students' behavior.
• Engage in project-based learning to stimulate children's minds.

Skills

Enthusiasm and skills to lead and develop staff

Commitment to inclusion

Positive and creative teaching approach

Flexibility

Successful track record in impacting student progress

Sensitivity and resilience in responding to behavior

Excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

SEN Primary Teacher

The Hungerford School (part of the Bridge Trust) requires a SEN Primary Teacher to work within a very inclusive mainstream Primary school.

Salary Grade: MPS plus SEN and TLR2c; Salary Range: £41,317 - £52,300 per annum.

Monday – Friday term time only.

Permanent Contract; Start Date: September 2026 or ASAP.

Flexible working opportunities are available if required by negotiation (we want the best teachers to work with us as much as they are able to).

Are you ambitious and dynamic? Do you have tonnes of energy, resilience and drive? Are you an outstanding classroom practitioner? Are you passionate about impacting the lives of children and families from disadvantaged backgrounds?

Then come and meet us.

Our Story

The Bridge Trust is a unique Multi Academy Trust which consists of five special schools, two mainstream schools, a Training & Development Service and an Outreach Service. We are an ambitious family of schools that embraces the individuality of everyone – children and adults. We acknowledge that learning can look different for different pupils and staff, and we look to change our approach to meet the needs of the individual. We are looking for a SEN Primary Teacher to work in one of our mainstream schools in London – Hungerford School.

Hungerford School is a unique, inclusive mainstream primary school with a big heart. It is a mainstream school with a special school ethos. We have an exciting curriculum and a strong belief in inclusion and the celebration of difference and diversity. For more info about our school, Hungerford School.

You need to be a fantastic teacher with bags of grit, determination and enthusiasm. Don’t be put off by a lack of experience – if you are an outstanding practitioner who is hungry for a challenge, we are the school for you!

You can see some of our work in action here: https://vimeo.com/544989032

Who we are looking for

• Has enthusiasm and skills to lead and develop staff across the school


• Is committed to inclusion


• Is positive and creative, with a flexible approach to teaching


• Is forward-thinking, inspirational and receptive to change


• Is an excellent teacher with a successful track record of impacting positively upon student progress and wellbeing.


• Is able to respond to behaviour in a positive manner with sensitivity and resilience


• Has excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum

More About us

• We use Positive Behaviour Support to improve our children’s behaviour.


• We use Project Based Learning to inspire their minds.


• We are an inclusive learning environment. Every child is welcome and we never give up.


• We drive each other and our children to be our best.


• We are more than a school: we work with and for our community, whenever and whatever is needed.

In return, we can offer you

• Excellent professional development opportunities linked with the Trust and the Development Centre;


• A chance to help define the school and progress your career


• A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give children the best possible opportunities


• Financial Wellbeing Scheme, Employee discount schemes, Employee Assistance Programs, access to Blue Light Card.

To Apply

We encourage applicants to visit us and we are happy to be flexible with visiting times. If you have the requisite skills and would like to find out more, please contact our school office, on 020 7607 4787 or by email: [e-mail] for Hungerford.

For more info, visit our vacancy page on our Trust website; Vacancies – The Bridge Trust.

Closing date: 9am, Monday 16th March 2026

Interview date: w/c Monday 23rd March 2026

Applications will be considered on receipt – don’t wait until the deadline!
Please note CVs will not be accepted.
The Bridge Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check where relevant.
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments to this Act.
At The Bridge Trust, we want all our employees to feel included, bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, and truly believe that diversity drives innovation.