Class Teacher

MacIntyre; Wingrave; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEN allowance

Teacher Pension

Induction and ongoing support

Professional development

Staff savings scheme

Employee Assistance Plan

Health plan

Life assurance

Job summary

MacIntyre School in Wingrave, Buckinghamshire, is seeking a full-time, permanent teacher to join a 41-week residential/day setting caring for up to six students. You’ll work with on-site therapists and a support team to deliver an individualised curriculum and foster inclusion.

QTS or recognised qualification is required; experience with SEND is welcomed. You’ll lead a small classroom, collaborate with families, and participate in on-call rotas.

Qualifications

• QTS or recognised post-comp teaching qualification is essential.
• Warmth, creativity, patience, resilience and high expectations of what learners can achieve.
• Confidence leading and motivating a small team of support staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach and assess an individualized curriculum for students.
• Lead, coach and mentor a classroom team of LSAs and Senior LSAs.
• Work closely with therapists, residential colleagues and families for a joined-up approach.
• Support students with personal care where needed, always with dignity and respect.
• Take part in the school's management on-call rota (evenings, weekends, holidays).

Skills

QTS or recognised teaching qualific.

Strong communication

Lead small team

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised post-comp teaching qualification

Job description

Location: MacIntyre School, Wingrave, Buckinghamshire

Salary: £34,069 - £52,935 depending on qualification, in accordance with Teachers' pay scales for 2026/2027 plus £2,885 SEN allowance

Hours & Contract: Full-time, Permanent (41-week residential/day school setting)

Regulatory Body: Ofsted (Rated 'Good')

Tired of teaching 30 pupils at once? Imagine teaching 6.

At MacIntyre School, your class is never bigger than six students. You'll have therapists, behaviour support specialists and a team of Learning Support Assistants alongside you. If you are looking for a teaching role where you can build deep, meaningful connections with your students and see the real impact of your work every single day, MacIntyre School in Wingrave has a place for you.

Located in a quiet village setting in rural Buckinghamshire, our 41-week residential and day school supports children and young people aged 10–19 with severe learning disabilities, autism, and complex sensory or communication needs. Our curriculum is creative and isn't built around subjects. It focuses on what matters most to each young person: communication, independence, wellbeing and their next steps in life.

Who we're looking for:

You don't need a SEND background. If you're a mainstream teacher who is interested in adaptive teaching, learning through play, or simply getting to know your students properly, we'll give you the training and support to make the move. Experienced SEND teachers are of course very welcome too.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or a recognised post-compulsory teaching qualification
• Warmth, creativity, patience, resilience and high expectations of what
• Confidence leading and motivating a small team of support staff
• Good communication and time management, and a firm belief in inclusion, dignity and positive risk-taking

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Why teach here?

• Small class sizes. Up to six students, so you can plan for each individual rather than for the middle of the room.
• A team around you. On-site therapists, behaviour support specialists, residential staff and families all work with you to support each young person across their whole day.
• Facilities to teach creatively. An immersive experience room, Therapy Zone, outdoor learning spaces, a music and drama suite, and a sports hall with a bouldering wall.
• Room to shape practice. We want teachers who will try new ideas and build on the school's high standards, not just follow a scheme of work.

What you'll do:

• Plan, teach and assess an individualised curriculum adapted to each student's learning style, communication needs and social development.
• Lead, coach and mentor your classroom team of LSA's and Senior LSA's, and keep the classroom calm and purposeful.
• work closely with therapists, residential colleagues and families so each young person gets a joined-up approach.
• Support students with personal care where needed, always with dignity and respect.
• Take part in the school's management on-call rota, which covers some evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

(Note: Experience with severe learning disabilities or autism is welcome, but mainstream teachers with a strong interest in adaptive teaching or learning through play are equally encouraged to apply. Some students require support with personal care.)

Training, Professional Development & Progression

Starting a new role is a big step, and we recognise that everyone learns differently. From day one, you will receive a flexible induction combining interactive eLearning, face-to-face workshops, and hands‑on mentoring to ensure you feel confident and supported through your probation.

Your growth does not stop there. Throughout your career at MacIntyre, you will have the continuous backing of your line manager alongside our specialist in‑house Learning & Development, Quality, and HR teams.

How we support your career:

• Tailored Guidance: Structured personal development plans, regular 1:1 supervision sessions, and annual appraisals aligned with MacIntyre’s career frameworks.
• Core Frameworks: In-depth training in our signature person‑centred delivery approaches, including The Commitments, DNA, and Great Interactions.
• School Leadership & Practice: Space and encouragement to innovate working practices and build directly on the school’s existing high standards.
• Clear Progression: Genuine pathways to broaden your expertise, take on new responsibilities, or progress into senior roles over time.

Pay and Rewards

Our staff are at the heart of our success and we offer a range of benefits to thank and reward them:

• A competitive salary with SEN allowance
• Teacher Pension scheme
• Full induction with ongoing support from the Education Leadership Team
• Training and development with access to further professional development
• MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost)
• MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period)
• Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents

About us

MacIntyre is a national charity supporting more than 1,400 children, young people and adults who have a learning disability or are autistic.

For 60 years, we've worked alongside people to build lives filled with opportunity, connection and belonging. Whatever your role, you'll help make that possible.

Safer recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults we support. If we offer you a job, we’ll work with you to complete the appropriate pre‑employment checks.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we work in.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to help, call us on 01908 357016. Our recruitment website also includes accessibility tools such as translation, OpenDyslexic font and display options.