SEND Teacher

Compass Associates; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Billingshurst is looking for a dedicated SEND Teacher to join its team. This role involves delivering high-quality teaching for secondary aged students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in teaching and be committed to fostering an inclusive classroom environment, supporting students' academic and social development. This is a permanent term-time position that offers an opportunity to work in an exceptional learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with secondary-level English or Maths preferred.
• Strong understanding of UK education developments in SEND.
• Capable of fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across year groups.
• Manage a class team and support pastoral needs.
• Monitor and record student progress effectively.
• Coordinate termly and annual reviews for students.

Skills

Adaptability

Integrity

Enthusiasm

Nurturing approach

Collaborative culture

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Tools

Technology for learning

Job description

SEND Teacher

Billinghurst, West Sussex

Salary : £32,916 (M1) – £51,048 (U3), DoE, Term-Time

Are you looking for a teaching role where quality, values, and impact genuinely matter?

Would you like to work at a School recognised as a Top Employer 2025, with a Good OFSTED rating?

Do you want to be part of a college that prioritises the students, motivating them to be their best self?

We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace!

About The Company

Compass Associates is proud to be partnering with a leading education provider who have services across England and Wales supporting children and adults educational and residential environments. Together, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher to join our team.

At our school, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy, active, and fulfilling life, regardless of their background or disability. The aim of our services is to provide a safe and stimulating environment that enables children and young people to flourish and grow.

Location

Billinghurst, West Sussex.

Based in our own idyllic grounds, this school is a non-maintained special school and offers extensive specialist facilities, providing an exceptional learning environment for our students to reach their full potential.

Facilities include woodland and outdoor classroom space, high specification sensory room and swimming pool.

Work Pattern

Hours : Monday to Friday, 40 hours

Contract : Term Time Only (39 weeks), Permanent

About Our Students

Secondary aged students with Special Educational Needs including Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC).

As we are growing, you have the opportunity to support and deliver in the growth of this provision!

About The Role

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning, managing a class team, and supporting the pastoral needs of students. This role involves implementing the school’s ethos and educational programmes, tracking student progress, and leading annual reviews in collaboration with external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• To work across all year groups, but predominantly Year 8 and Year 10.
• Support academic and social development by delivering engaging lessons.
• Act as a class tutor, fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and carers.
• Lead and manage a class team to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and record student progress using a variety of assessment methods.
• Set personalised learning targets and coordinate termly and annual reviews.
• Provide updates to external agencies on student progress and development.
• Uphold school policies and procedures as outlined in the staff handbook.

Key Requirements

• Stay informed about developments in UK education, particularly in SEND.
• Demonstrate qualities such as adaptability, integrity, enthusiasm, and a nurturing approach.
• Foster a collaborative classroom culture focused on shared goals and student success.
• Maintain high standards of teaching and learning, ensuring lessons are inclusive and responsive.
• Use technology and resources effectively to enhance learning experiences.

We welcome applications from teachers with experience in secondary-level English or Maths, as well as those with substantial primary teaching experience.

Not for you, but know someone who would be a good fit?

Compass Ltd are working in partnership on this position and offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for any successful referrals.

Our client is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.