Classroom Teacher

TES FE News; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Classroom Teacher to work with pupils aged 5 to 19 with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong adaptability and commitment to raising achievement. Experience with complex SEND is essential. This position offers a supportive environment with access to excellent resources, aiming to empower pupils/students to achieve their best.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex SEND.
• Commitment to raising achievement of pupils/students.
• Ability to implement additional support programmes.

Responsibilities

• Adapt planning to meet specific needs of pupils/students.
• Ensure progress for pupils/students below age-related expectations.
• Lead support staff delivering targeted intervention programmes.

Skills

Understanding of SEND

Teamwork

Curriculum adaptation

Job description

Overview

Classroom Teacher. Primary, Secondary or Special School experienced, please specify your areas of specialism / qualification when applying. MPS/UPS + SEN1 with the potential of TLR with specific additional accountabilities for the right, appropriately experienced candidate. To start January 2026 or earlier. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and innovative teacher as a result of a continuing increase in pupil/student numbers at our school. St Mary’s is a popular and successful residential special school and college for pupils/students aged 5 to 19 with speech, language and communication needs, learning difficulties and other associated SEND. We welcome applications from highly successful and experienced teachers from primary or secondary, mainstream or special school settings, also including ECTs. We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with children with complex SEND. Applicants are encouraged to highlight their areas of strength and successful experience in their application. We are looking to appoint a teacher who can adapt well to new challenges, is committed to raising achievement, and can demonstrate outstanding practice and high aspirations for our pupils/students. The successful candidate will be especially skilled in adapting planning and implementing additional support programmes to meet the specific needs of pupils/students. St Mary’s is a fantastic place to work. We offer a high-quality learning environment, a friendly and welcoming staff team - including an onsite therapy team, access to excellent resources, and pupils/students who are a delight to work with.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

• A strong understanding of and interest in SEND, with experience supporting pupils/students who require additional help accessing the curriculum
• The ability to ensure aspirational progress for all pupils/students, regardless of prior attainment, which at St Mary’s is significantly below age-related expectations
• The ability to work effectively within a team, providing direction to support staff delivering targeted intervention programmes

For an application pack, please email: [e-mail].

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the post by arrangement.

Please call the school office to speak to Natalie Edwards, Principal: 01424 730740

Closing date for applications is NOON on Friday the 10th October 2025, interviews will be held before the October half-term holiday.

For safer recruitment purposes, we do not accept CVs by way of application.

St Mary’s is an equal opportunities employer. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted applicants.