Job description

SEND Primary Teacher – Plymouth (Full-Time until Summer Term), starting as soon as possible

Step Teachers are seeking a dedicated SEND Primary Teacher to join a mainstream school in Plymouth. This full-time role runs until the summer term and offers a unique opportunity to work within a small nurture room set up to support mixed primary age groups. With no planning required, you can focus entirely on teaching and supporting pupils in a compassionate, structured environment.

About the Role

Full-time position available immediately, continuing through to the summer term
Teaching within a nurture room in a mainstream school, supporting mixed primary age groups
No planning required – resources provided for you
Supported by a skilled SEND Teaching Assistant in the classroom
Inclusive, collaborative school environment where every child’s progress is valued

Duties as SEND Primary Teacher

Deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs using provided resources
Create a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere that supports diverse learning styles
Work closely with the SEND TA to ensure pupils receive personalised support
Encourage social, emotional, and academic development in a nurturing setting
Uphold school policies and safeguarding standards at all times

Ideal Candidate

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience working with SEND pupils or a strong interest in inclusive education
Confident classroom management skills with a compassionate approach
Adaptable across different age groups and learning needs
Positive, organised, and committed to pupil progress
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high‑street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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