Inspiring Class Teacher | Build Bonds, Elevate Learning

The Gateway School; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gateway School in Nottingham is seeking an inspirational class teacher to make a real difference across the lives and learning of our pupils. This role emphasizes building strong relationships, safeguarding and delivering high-quality, creative lessons.

You will work with families, teaching assistants and external agencies to support SEND pupils and monitor progress toward EHCP outcomes, ensuring every pupil can thrive.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SEND and trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice.
• Secure knowledge of the National Curriculum, RE and RHSE.
• Good understanding of curriculum progression, particularly in the core subjects.
• Commitment to research-led and evidence-based teaching and professional development.
• Ability to adapt teaching creatively to meet individual pupils.
• Emphasis on relationships, emotional regulation and readiness to learn.
• Reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop practice.
• Collaborative, with families and professionals.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging and creative lessons.
• Set high expectations and aspirational targets while adapting learning.
• Use a range of teaching approaches for whole-class, small-group and 1:1 learning.
• Develop trusting relationships to keep pupils safe, understood and ready to learn.
• Support pupils with SEND, including emotional regulation and individual needs.
• Use assessment to track progress and move learning forward.
• Monitor and celebrate pupil progress, including EHCP outcomes.
• Create a calm, supportive learning environment where every pupil can succeed.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and the wider class team.
• Engage with parents, carers, colleagues and external agencies for outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum leadership, enrichment and extracurricular opportunities.

Job description

The Gateway School in Nottingham is seeking an inspirational class teacher to make a real difference across the lives and learning of our pupils. This role emphasizes building strong relationships, safeguarding and delivering high-quality, creative lessons.

You will work with families, teaching assistants and external agencies to support SEND pupils and monitor progress toward EHCP outcomes, ensuring every pupil can thrive.