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Special Needs Specialist – Full-time, temp to perm from January 2026

These long-term opportunities are ideal for specialists with strong behaviour management skills who are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs. Roles are available across Feltham and surrounding areas in schools and provisions that prioritise inclusive education and structured support for pupils with SEMH, autism, and complex learning needs.

Duties as Special Needs Specialist:

Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with special educational needs
Implement behaviour strategies and individual support plans
Collaborate with SENCOs and teaching staff to create inclusive learning environments
Support pupils in managing emotional regulation and social interactions
Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and reports
Promote positive behaviour and pupil engagement across the school day

Ideal Special Needs Specialist:

Holds relevant teaching or support qualifications (QTS, HLTA, Level 3 TA, etc.)
Has experience working with pupils with SEMH, autism, or complex needs
Demonstrates strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
Is confident supporting pupils both 1:1 and in small groups
Shows empathy, patience, and a proactive approach to challenges
Has a 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.

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!