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SEND Teacher – Special School (MLD & Complex Needs)
Bright Futures Recruitment is seeking a passionate SEND Teacher for a specialist school opportunity advertised in Dagenham, East London, supporting pupils aged 5–16 with MLD and complex learning needs. A rewarding opportunity offering excellent training, specialist facilities and a supportive teaching environment.
- East London
- Permanent
- full time
- Start: ASAP
- MPS
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SEND Teacher – Special School (MLD & Complex Needs)
Location: Dagenham, East London
Salary: Competitive – Dependent on Experience
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: To Be Confirmed
About the Role
Bright Futures Recruitment is working with a welcoming and supportive special school in the Dagenham area that is seeking a passionate, creative and dedicated SEND Teacher to join its specialist teaching team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher who enjoys working with children and young people with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and complex additional needs.
The school supports pupils aged 5–16 and offers a nurturing, inclusive and highly supportive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging, creative and adapted lessons, helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally while promoting confidence and independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
- Support pupils with MLD, SLD, SEMH and complex SEND.
- Create a positive, structured and nurturing classroom environment.
- Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate a wide range of abilities.
- Lead a class group and work collaboratively with teaching assistants and specialist staff.
- Support pupils' communication, independence, social development and emotional wellbeing.
- Monitor individual progress and celebrate achievements.
- Contribute to curriculum development and share best practice across the school.
The Ideal Candidate
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Has experience working with pupils with SEND, ideally within a specialist school setting.
- Demonstrates a good understanding of MLD, SLD, SEMH and complex learning needs.
- Is creative, adaptable, patient and enthusiastic.
- Has strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Is confident leading a classroom team and working collaboratively with colleagues.
- Ideally has experience or an interest in Design Technology, Food Technology, Creative Arts or Art and Design.
- Is passionate about delivering meaningful and engaging learning experiences.
What's on Offer?
- A welcoming, positive and supportive special school environment.
- Excellent professional development and specialist SEND training.
- Supportive mentoring and opportunities for career progression.
- Access to specialist facilities and high-quality teaching resources.
- A collaborative and experienced team of SEND professionals.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils with additional learning needs.
Apply Today
If you are a passionate and committed teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist SEND school in Dagenham, East London, we would love to hear from you.
Whether you already have experience in specialist education or are an experienced mainstream teacher looking to move into SEND, we would welcome a conversation.
Contact Bright Futures Recruitment today to discuss this exciting opportunity in confidence.
Bright Futures Recruitment – Specialists in Education and SEND Recruitment
Bright Futures Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, references and our full compliance checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.