Job Description

Job Role: SEND Teacher
Location: Hillingdon, West London
Start Date: January 2026
Salary - £150 - £250 per day depending on experience.

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive Primary School in the London Borough of Hillingdon, who are seeking a dedicated SEND Teacher to join their team on a maternity cover contract, working within their Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate SEND specialist to make a real difference in a well-supported, well-resourced setting.

About the Role:

  • Teaching within a specialist ARP setting

  • The ARP consists of 3 small classes, supporting 9 pupils in total

  • You will be supported by 5 experienced support staff, ensuring excellent adult-to-child ratios

  • Planning and delivering tailored, engaging lessons to meet a range of additional needs

  • Working collaboratively with support staff, SENCOs, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Be a qualified teacher (QTS)

  • Have proven experience working with SEND pupils, ideally within an ARP, SEN unit, or similar specialist setting

  • Demonstrate strong behaviour management and a nurturing, child-centred approach

  • Be adaptable, patient, and committed to inclusive education

  • Have a good understanding of EHCPs and differentiated teaching strategies

The School Offers:

  • A supportive and experienced SEND team

  • Excellent staffing ratios and strong leadership support

  • Well-resourced classrooms and a positive learning environment

  • An opportunity to gain valuable experience within a high-quality ARP

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Access to CPD through the National College, including SEND-specific training

  • A dedicated consultant who understands your career goals

  • Competitive daily rates and transparent pay

  • Opportunities in excellent schools across London

If you are an experienced SEND Teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover role in a supportive ARP setting, we would love to hear from you.