Transition Teacher (SLD)

Transition Teacher (SLD) – Year 7 & Year 8 Location: Hertfordshire, London Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 per annum Contract: Full Time | Temporary | Long-Term Start Date: July 2026 Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to U3. About the Role Teach Now is seeking a dedicated and highly adaptable Transition Teacher to join a specialist provision in Hertfordshire, supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) in Year 7 and Year 8. This role is centred on supporting pupils at a critical stage in their education as they move from primary into secondary school. Pupils are working significantly below age-related expectations, typically at an early years developmental stage, and require a consistent, nurturing, and highly individualised approach to learning. You will play a key role in ensuring pupils feel secure, engaged, and supported as they adjust to new routines, environments, and expectations. Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver a highly personalised, sensory and play-based curriculum tailored to individual needs • Support pupils transition into secondary education, focusing on emotional regulation, engagement, and routine • Adapt teaching approaches in line with early years frameworks for secondary-aged learners • Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants to provide consistent, high-quality support • Use and implement communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or other AAC systems • Monitor and assess progress against EHCP outcomes and individual learning plans • Create a structured, safe, and nurturing learning environment • Support pupils with complex communication, sensory, and behavioural needs The Ideal Candidate • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Has experience working with SLD, SEN, or early years learners • Demonstrates a strong understanding of early developmental stages (2–4 years) • Is confident managing behaviour using calm, consistent, and positive strategies • Has experience working with EHCPs and personalised learning approaches • Ideally has experience supporting transition phases (primary to secondary) • Is patient, resilient, and committed to inclusive education • Has excellent teamwork and communication skills The Setting This is a well-established specialist provision supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including learning difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, and speech and language needs. The setting places a strong emphasis on collaboration with families, external professionals, and the wider community to ensure the best outcomes for every pupil. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team, strong collaboration, and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality specialist education. Whats on Offer • Competitive salary aligned with experience: £34,398 – £52,490 • A supportive and experienced SEN leadership team • Excellent staff-to-pupil ratios • Ongoing training and professional development in specialist areas • A well-resourced, purpose-built environment • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a key transition stage Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance