SEN Primary Teacher; mainstream school

About the role

The Hungerford School (part of the Bridge Trust) requires a SEN Primary Teacher to work within a very inclusive mainstream Primary school.

Salary Grade: MPS plus SEN and TLR2c

Salary Range: £41,317 – £52,300 per annum

Hours: Monday – Friday, term time only

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: September 2026 or ASAP

Flexible working opportunities are available if required by negotiation (we want the best teachers to work with us as much as they are able to).

The Bridge Trust is a unique Multi Academy Trust which consists of five special schools, two mainstream schools, a Training & Development Service and an Outreach Service. We are an ambitious family of schools that embraces the individuality of everyone – children and adults. We acknowledge that learning can look different for different pupils and staff, and we look to change our approach to meet the needs of the individual.

We are looking for a SEN Primary Teacher to work in one of our mainstream schools in London – Hungerford School.

The Hungerford School is a unique, inclusive mainstream primary school with a big heart. It is a mainstream school with a special school ethos. We have an exciting curriculum and a strong belief in inclusion and the celebration of difference and diversity.

You need to be a fantastic teacher with bags of grit, determination and enthusiasm. Don’t be put off by a lack of experience - if you are an outstanding practitioner who is hungry for a challenge, we are the school for you!

We are an innovative primary school based in Islington and looking for an experienced Primary Teacher – KS2 with possible TLR 2c for the right candidate who:

• Has enthusiasm and skills to lead and develop staff across the school
• Is committed to inclusion
• Is positive and creative, with a flexible approach to teaching
• Is forward-thinking, inspirational and receptive to change
• Is an excellent teacher with a successful track record of impacting positively upon student progress and wellbeing.
• Is able to respond to behaviour in a positive manner with sensitivity and resilience
• Has excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum

• We use Positive Behaviour Support to improve our children’s behaviour.
• We use Project Based Learning to inspire their minds.
• We are an inclusive learning environment. Every child is welcome and we never give up.
• We drive each other and our children to be our best.
• We are more than a school: we work with and for our community, whenever and whatever is needed.

• Excellent professional development opportunities linked with the Trust and the Development Centre;
• A chance to help define the school and progress your career
• A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give children the best possible opportunities
• Financial Wellbeing Scheme, Employee discount schemes, Employee Assistance Programs, access to Blue Light Card.

We encourage applicants to visit us and we are happy to be flexible with visiting times. If you have the requisite skills and would like to find out more, please contact our school office, on  or by email: hungerfordadmindemy for Hungerford.

For more info, visit our vacancy page on our Trust website.

Please click on the apply link to be redirected to the application form.

Closing date: 9am, Monday 16th March 2026

Interview date: w/c Monday 23rd March 2026

Applications will be considered on receipt – don’t wait until the deadline!

Please noteCVswill not be accepted.

The Bridge Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check where relevant.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subsequent amendments to this Act.

At The Bridge Trust, we want all our employees to feel included, bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, and truly believe that diversity drives innovation.