Post-16 Class Teacher (Part-Time, Inclusive Education)

Westmorland & Furness Council; Kendal; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Mentoring

Occupational health support

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Job summary

Sandgate School in Kendal (Westmorland and Furness Council) invites applications for a Part-time Class Teacher (Post 16) on a 0.4 contract, permanent, starting January 2027. You will teach, plan learning and support wellbeing for 16–19 students with diverse needs.

The post is a job-share with another Post 16 SEND teacher. You will develop a meaningful Post 16 curriculum, promote independence and communication, and work with families, therapists and staff to tailor provision.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in Post 16 education.
• Experience planning and delivering a Post 16 curriculum.
• Commitment to inclusive education and SEND.
• Ability to work in a job-share with another teacher.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centered teaching for students aged 16–19.
• Plan and deliver an engaging Post 16 curriculum reflecting strengths and aspirations.
• Support students to develop independence, communication and employability.
• Create practical learning opportunities in community and work contexts.
• Collaborate with the Post 16 team to ensure consistency across job-share.
• Work with families, therapists and other professionals to support needs.
• Set high expectations and enable progress toward personalised outcomes.
• Contribute to the wider life and development of Sandgate School.

Skills

Post-16 teaching

Special needs education

Curriculum planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Sandgate School in Kendal (Westmorland and Furness Council) invites applications for a Part-time Class Teacher (Post 16) on a 0.4 contract, permanent, starting January 2027. You will teach, plan learning and support wellbeing for 16–19 students with diverse needs.

The post is a job-share with another Post 16 SEND teacher. You will develop a meaningful Post 16 curriculum, promote independence and communication, and work with families, therapists and staff to tailor provision.