SEND Teacher - Salford

Cover People are recruiting for a Primary Complex Needs SEND Teacher!

Cover People are working with a specialist primary school in Salford that is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and nurturing Complex Needs SEND Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is a full-time, long-term position, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

Role: Primary Complex Needs SEND Teacher at a specialist school in Salford
Start: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term, with potential to become permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, full time
Pay: £160–£230 per day DOE – paid PAYE directly through Cover People. We do not use umbrella companies!
Equal pay: Equal pay to permanent staff in the same role from the 13th week of your placement onwards.

NB: Mainstream Primary Teachers with experience supporting pupils with complex needs, autism or within SEND/specialist settings are encouraged to apply.

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that are tailored to the individual needs of pupils with complex needs.
• Monitor and assess pupil development, contributing towards EHCP outcomes and providing meaningful feedback.
• Create a safe, positive and nurturing classroom environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their potential.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, support staff, school leaders, therapists and other professionals.
• Support pupils with their communication, emotional development, independence and academic progress.
• Use positive and consistent behaviour management strategies to support pupils and maintain a calm learning environment.
• Take part in staff meetings, school activities, training and ongoing professional development.

• Competitive daily rate, paid PAYE – no umbrella companies!
• Full-time, long-term teaching position.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive specialist primary setting.
• Access to SEND training and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated Cover People consultant providing support throughout your placement.

• Hold QTS or QTLS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Have experience planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with additional needs.
• Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills alongside a patient, calm and nurturing approach.
• Have a genuine passion for working with children with SEND and complex needs.
• Be confident building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Be adaptable, proactive and comfortable working collaboratively as part of a specialist team.

• An up-to-date CV covering your full education and employment history.
• Proof of Right to Work and UK address.
• A valid DBS certificate on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• At least 2 professional references.
• A reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking approach.

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To be considered for this role, you will need to register with Cover People. All applicants must provide the required documentation and references and successfully complete our compliance checks before being offered work.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.