Laurel House School SEND Teacher

The Willows; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent special school in Lincoln is seeking devoted and adaptable teachers for a teaching role focused on supporting children with Autism and related needs. Responsibilities include leading KS2 and KS3 classes while fostering a positive learning environment. Strong knowledge of SEND and excellent communication skills are essential. The school offers a supportive workplace with clear pay progression, professional development, and various perks, including health insurance and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Clear pay progression and professional development

Range of development opportunities and full CPD programme

Perkbox – online discounts and rewards

Wellbeing and team days

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Devoted and adaptable teachers needed with strong SEND knowledge.
• Capability to teach full curriculum and adapt to individual needs.
• Ability to utilise creative and innovative learning methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead KS2 and KS3 classes, teaching the entire curriculum.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and external professionals.
• Maintain a child‑centred philosophy and foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Strong knowledge and understanding of SEND

Excellent collaborative working and communication skills

Passion for improving outcomes for students

Job description

About Laurel House

Laurel House is a brand new independent special school in Sevenoaks, Kent catering to young people aged 5 to 16 with Autism, similar SEND, and social, emotional and mental health needs including high levels of anxiety, trauma and self‑harm. The school provides a nurturing, therapeutic, and stimulating environment adapted to each pupil’s individual needs so that they feel safe, secure and valued at all times. A trauma‑informed approach is applied throughout all aspects of school life.

The school offers a full academic pathway underpinned by vocational programmes, entry–level qualifications and Functional Skills up to GCSE Level. Bespoke, personalised curricula, a comprehensive therapy offer and practical and off‑site activities help pupils develop independence and life skills.

Teaching Role

We are looking for devoted, caring, and adaptable teachers with a strong knowledge and understanding of SEND to lead classes in KS2 and KS3.

• Lead KS2 and KS3 classes, teaching the entire curriculum.
• Utilise creative and innovative methods to support pupil learning.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and external professionals.
• Maintain a child‑centred philosophy and foster a positive learning environment.
• Promote pupils’ academic, vocational, and therapeutic progress.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong knowledge and understanding of SEND.
• Passion for improving outcomes for students.
• Excellent collaborative working and communication skills.
• Comfortable teaching the full curriculum and adaptable to individual needs.

Benefits

• Clear pay progression and professional development structure with support.
• Range of development opportunities and a full CPD programme.
• Perkbox – online discounts, rewards, health insurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, free coffee and more.
• Staff recognition awards.
• Wellbeing and team days.
• Company pension scheme.
• Work environment promoting kindness, respect, and safety.

For more information and a recruitment pack please contact [e-mail].