KS1 SEN Teacher

About the company

An independent special school in Burnley that opened its doors in September 2026, teaching pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex learning needs in small classes with a high staff-to-pupil ratio.

Luma Education Recruitment is a specialist education recruitment agency connecting exceptional teachers and support staff with schools and specialist settings across the UK. We understand that great education professionals deserve great opportunities, genuine support and a recruitment partner who puts them first.

Your tasks

• Planning and leading play-based lessons pitched at pre-formal and early developmental stages
• Using symbols, objects of reference, signing and other alternative communication with non-verbal pupils
• Directing the classroom support staff and sharing each pupil's targets with them
• Providing and overseeing intimate and personal care with dignity, in line with care plans
• Recording small-step progress and reporting it to families and the school's leaders
• Supervising pupils at break, lunch and on off-site visits

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching EYFS or KS1, ideally with pupils who have SEN
• Confidence teaching non-verbal pupils and using a play-based curriculum
• Willingness to carry out personal care as part of the role

You will be a patient, nurturing teacher who notices the small signs of progress and builds calm, predictable days for young children.

What we offer

Why Work with Luma?

• Your own dedicated consultant – personalised support from someone who understands your skills, preferences and career ambitions.
• Market-leading pay rates – competitive rates that recognise your experience and the value you bring.
• Long-term security – access to ongoing contracts and exciting temp-to-perm opportunities.
• Invest in your future – access to ongoing CPD, training and opportunities to develop your skills.
• Reliable weekly payments – prompt, dependable pay with dedicated payroll support.
• Outstanding opportunities – access to rewarding roles across SEN, SEMH, alternative provision and mainstream education.

How to apply

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Other

KS1 SEN Teacher – Burnley (BB10) · Location: Burnley, Lancashire (BB10) · Pay: £180 – £250 per day · Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only · Contract: Temp to perm *Start date: ASAP** We are recruiting a KS1 SEN Teacher for a recently opened independent special school in Burnley, Lancashire, starting after October half term on a temp to perm basis. You will lead a small Key Stage 1 class of pupils who are non-verbal, have personal care needs and are working at early developmental levels, so learning is delivered through play, sensory activities and structured routines. Experience in EYFS would suit this class well. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday in term time, paid at £180 – £250 per day.

Luma Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will go through safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS and reference checks.