KS1 SEND Teacher - Creative Curriculum | September Start

📍 Brent, North West London
💷 MPS1 - MPS6 (Inner London) | Full-time
🗓️ Start Date: September 2025

SANZA Teaching are working in partnership with a creative and nurturing SEND school in Brent to recruit a KS1 Teacher with a flair for the arts, a passion for inclusive learning and a warm, child-centred approach.

This unique and inspiring school is a small, specialist setting with a "family-feel" atmosphere. Known locally for its exceptional relationships with families and holistic approach to education, it is a place where pupils thrive both academically and emotionally. With a recent Ofsted report highlighting 'Outstanding features' and strong academic foundations, this school provides the best of both worlds - a structured curriculum and a vibrant, nurturing environment.

Though this is a special school setting, around 85% of pupils successfully transition to mainstream secondary schools, and the curriculum reflects this aspiration. Every child is supported to achieve their personal best through small class sizes, exceptional adult ratios and a curriculum rich in music, drama, PE, art and creativity.

About the Role

This KS1 role is teaching a small group of 10 pupils (all with EHCPs for autism) following the National Curriculum. You will have the support of three experienced teaching assistants, and you'll work within a team of forward-thinking, collaborative teachers who truly care about the children they serve.

Pupils are bright, curious and full of character. Many are sensory-seeking or benefit from visual structure, and the school has created a calm, engaging environment that supports their needs through colour-coded zones, sensory play equipment and specialist resources. Lessons are active, creative and rooted in real-life learning.

The school loves teachers with a creative background - whether in music, drama, art or performance - and values imaginative educators who can bring learning to life through movement, rhythm, storytelling and expression.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the National Curriculum
Lead a team of TAs to create a safe, nurturing and structured classroom
Use creative arts to support emotional regulation and communication
Plan for and deliver personalised learning based on EHCP targets
Work closely with families, therapists and the wider inclusion team
Monitor pupil progress using a mix of academic and developmental toolsThe Ideal Candidate

QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification
KS1 teaching experience and/or experience within SEND (mainstream or specialist)
Understanding of autism and experience working with children with additional needs
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
A nurturing and calm approach, with a sense of fun and creativity
A background in music, drama, or the arts would be a huge assetWhat the School Offers:

Exceptionally small classes with high levels of adult support
Weekly training and CPD, including autism and communication strategies
A leadership team who invest in staff wellbeing and career growth
Access to arts specialists and visiting performers
Beautiful, calm learning spaces with integrated sensory provision
Warm, welcoming team who treat each other like family📩 To apply, contact Paige at SANZA Teaching Agency today.

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