Class Teacher - Paddock Secondary School & Sixth Form

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong leadership support

CPD & training partnerships

On-site multi-disciplinary therapy

Career progression & leadership

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible PPA time

Wellbeing scheme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Paddock School is seeking a Class Teacher for a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027 to join our SEN-focused team at Paddock Secondary School & Sixth Form in SW17. The role offers Main Pay Scale 1 to 6 (Inner London) with UPS for exceptional candidates and a SEN Allowance, on a full-time 39-week term-time schedule.

Based at Broadwater Road, SW17 0DZ, the school specialises in pupils aged 4–19 with severe learning difficulties and autism.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027.
• Full-time, term-time only – 39 weeks.

Skills

SEN education

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Class TeacherSalary: Main Pay Scale 1 to Main Pay Range 6 (Inner London), UPS for exceptional candidates, + SEN Allowance Minimum Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status Full Time Contract – Fixed term until 31st August 2027 Term time only - 39 WeeksStart date – We need to undertake various safeguarding checks

The successful candidate will be based at: Paddock Secondary School & Sixth Form Broadwater Road SW17 0DZ Paddock is a vibrant and nurturing Ofsted Outstanding special school for pupils aged 4–19 years with severe learning difficulties and autism. Our focus is on personalised learning, compassion and creating a meaningful & engaging environment where every child is known and thrives. Our aim is to Nurture, Inspire and Transform Lives. We don’t believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly innovating. It is for good reason, we are recognised as Wandsworth’s SEN Powerhouse and knowledge leaders. At Paddock, we aim to be outstanding employers and pride ourselves in creating a structured, innovative, engaging and caring work environment while continuing to provide avenues for professional development.

Some of the perks of being a part of our team include:

• Having previous special school or base experience is an advantage.
• Passionate about SEN education and making learning meaningful for all pupils.
• Compassionate and empathetic, putting pupils' individual needs first.
• A collaborative team player, working closely with multidisciplinary specialists.
• Committed to lifelong learning and looking for professional development.
• Resilient and adaptable, ready for both challenges and rewards.
• Dedicated to celebrating student progress, however big or small.
• Willing to go the extra mile.

To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:

• Team Player
• Compassion and Empathy
• Keen to contribute to school life
• Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
• Life Long Learning
• Resilience
• Celebrate Learning
• Strong work ethic

We offer:

• Strong senior leadership support and mentoring
• Exciting opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest
• Excellent CPD & training partnerships within school experts and beyond
• Support from on-site multi-disciplinary therapy team
• Opportunities for career progression & leadership pathways
• Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible PPA time to support work-life balance
• Access to an employee wellbeing scheme
• Cycle to Work and Smart Schools Benefits (lifestyle savings & wellness perks)

We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 09 October 2026 (at noon)

Paddock School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Paddock Primary School St Margaret’s Crescent SW15 6HL Head of School Deborah Dockery Secondary School & Sixth Form Broadwater Road SW17 0DZ Co-Heads of School Lynette Martyn & Robert Pearce Whole School Number: (020) 8878 [e-mail] www.paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk Executive Headteacher: Sarah Santos DOCK UPPER SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM Current: Priory Lane, Roehampton SW15 5RT NewSCHOOL St. Margaret’s Crescent, Putney SW15 6HL