Special education needs teacher

Job Opportunity: SEN (Autism) Teacher – Penzance, Cornwall
Location: Penzance, Cornwall
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £120 – £140 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent
‍ Agency: Teaching Personnel

Inspire, Support, Empower – Join an Outstanding SEN School in Penzance

Are you an experienced SEN Teacher with a passion for supporting children with Autism?
Do you believe in creating nurturing, inclusive classrooms where every child can thrive?

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working with a specialist SEN school in Penzance. They are now seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their team this September.

✨ The Role:

• Plan and deliver tailored lessons for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Adapt resources to meet individual EHCP targets

• Collaborate with SENCOs, therapists, and teaching assistants to provide holistic support

• Create a structured, inclusive, and safe learning environment

• Use behaviour management strategies that prioritise wellbeing and progress

‍ The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent

• Experience supporting children with Autism (ASC), ideally in a specialist or SEN setting

• Knowledge of strategies such as TEACCH, PECS, or Makaton

• Confident in classroom management and working within a multi-disciplinary team

• Empathetic, resilient, and committed to making a difference every day

School Highlights:

• Specialist SEN provision with excellent staff-to-pupil ratio

• Supportive leadership with strong CPD opportunities

• A welcoming and inclusive school community in beautiful West Cornwall

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• A dedicated SEN consultant supporting you every step of the way

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• Weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella fees)

• Safeguarding and compliance support, including free Child Protection & Prevent Duty training

Safeguarding Commitment

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS on the Update Service. Full assistance will be provided.

Interested? Apply today to join this exceptional SEN school in Penzance.

Teaching Personnel
callum.lee@teachingpersonnel.com

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