SEND Cover Teacher - North West London

Job Description

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

SEND Cover Teacher

Daily Supply & Long-Term Supply Opportunities

Immediate Start | North West London

£160–£220 PAYE per day (dependent on experience & needs)

We are currently recruiting adaptable and committed SEND Cover Teachers to support a range of specialist schools across North West London on both a daily supply and long-term supply basis.

These opportunities are ideal for qualified teachers who are confident working within SEND environments and are looking for either flexible day-to-day work or more consistent long-term placements within specialist provisions.

The schools we work with support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
• Communication and sensory processing needs

As a SEND Cover Teacher, you may be covering:

• Pre-planned lessons across specialist settings
• Class teacher absence
• Short-term sickness or emergency cover
• Long-term teaching roles across primary, secondary, and post-16 SEND provisions

The Role

As a SEND Cover Teacher, responsibilities may include:

• Delivering engaging and differentiated lessons within SEND environments
• Managing classroom behaviour through calm, structured approaches
• Working closely with SEND Teaching Assistants and support staff
• Adapting learning to meet EHCP targets and individual pupil needs
• Supporting pupils with varying communication styles and developmental levels
• Maintaining safeguarding and behaviour expectations at all times

Some placements may involve highly structured sensory environments, while others may focus more heavily on SEMH and behavioural support.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking SEND Cover Teachers who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Have previous experience within SEND, SEN, PRU, SEMH, or specialist education settings
• Are flexible, resilient, and confident adapting quickly to new classrooms
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Are comfortable covering a range of subjects where required

Mainstream teachers with strong behaviour management and a genuine interest in SEND are also encouraged to apply. xwzovoh

Requirements

• QTS / PGCE / equivalent teaching qualification
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through Tara)
• Minimum 2 years of professional references
• Availability for immediate or upcoming work
• Ability to attend registration/interview with Tara Education

Why Apply?

Working as a SEND Cover Teacher offers:

• Flexible work to suit your schedule
• Access to a variety of specialist schools across North West London
• Opportunities to move into long-term or permanent positions
• Valuable experience across different SEND settings and age groups
• Weekly PAYE pay with ongoing support from Tara Education

Whether you are seeking flexible daily supply or a long-term SEND Cover Teacher opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply today or reach out to the team at Tara Education London