Primary Teacher (QTS) | SEN School

Location: Manchester - various sites available with impressive organisation - free car parking
Salary: £37,000–£43,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner)
Closing Date: Applications considered as received

Are you an experienced Primary Teacher looking for a rewarding permanent role where with great leadership and long-term career propsects?

Luma Education Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming specialist SEND school in Manchester to recruit a committed Primary Teacher. The school supports pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), providing a nurturing environment with small class sizes, excellent resources and a strong focus on helping every child achieve their potential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive leadership team that values staff wellbeing, collaboration and ongoing professional development.

As a Primary Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, SEMH, communication needs and moderate learning difficulties.

Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists and pastoral staff, you'll create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom where every pupil can thrive.

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs.
• Create a calm, structured and nurturing classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships that promote confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support pupils with a range of SEND.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, parents and the wider school team.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to EHCP targets and individual learning plans.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent routines and supportive practice.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within a primary setting.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• The ability to build strong, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

• Permanent salary of £37,000–£43,000 per annum (depending on experience).
• Small class sizes with high levels of classroom support.
• Excellent CPD and specialist SEND training.
• Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing.
• Modern facilities and resources designed to support specialist teaching.
• Opportunity to develop your expertise within a respected specialist school.

Luma Education Recruitment specialises in placing outstanding education professionals into SEND, SEMH, Alternative Provision and mainstream schools across the UK.

We believe great schools deserve great people and are committed to matching talented educators with rewarding long-term careers.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

To apply, please send your CV today for a confidential discussion.

We encourage early applications, as interviews may take place before the closing date.