SEND Teacher

Southfield School; Great Hatfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Collaborative team

Professional development

Dedicated PPA spaces

On-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff wellbeing perks

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Job summary

Southfield School is seeking a SEND Teacher to support pupils who are autistic or have associated learning needs. The role invites enthusiastic practitioners to develop expertise in a supportive, forward-thinking environment within a specialist primary setting.

You will deliver creative, personalised learning, collaborate with therapists and families, track pupil progress and contribute to the school's continuous improvement and community life.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, engaging and personalised learning for pupils with complex needs.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment where every child can succeed.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, families and external professionals.
• Track, assess and celebrate pupil progress and development.
• Contribute to the wider life, vision and continuous improvement of the school.

Job description

Make a Lasting Difference - Join Southfield School

At Southfield School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, succeed, and feel valued. We are a specialist primary school supporting over 110 pupils who are autistic or have associated learning needs, and we are proud of our warm, inclusive and aspirational community.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and skilled SEND Teacher to join our dedicated team. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or an early career teacher, this is a unique opportunity to develop your expertise in a highly supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Why Join Us?

Working at Southfield is more than a job, we know it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own professional journey.

We offer:

• Small class sizes (8-14 pupils) to maximise impact and relationships
• A highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities
• Dedicated PPA and staff spaces
• Free refreshments and on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Staff recognition initiatives and wellbeing perks
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme

About the Role

As a SEND Teacher at Southfield, you will:

• Deliver creative, engaging and personalised learning for pupils with complex needs
• Create a nurturing classroom environment where every child can succeed
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, families and external professionals
• Track, assess and celebrate pupil progress and development
• Contribute to the wider life, vision and continuous improvement of the school

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about inclusive education and enabling every child to reach their potential
• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and behaviour management
• Is resilient, reflective and nurturing in their approach
• Enjoys working as part of a committed and supportive team
• Has high expectations for themselves and their pupils
• Can deliver a commitment to SEND and inclusive practice
• Desirables would include experience working with autism and complex needs and knowledge of strategies such as TEACCH, Makaton or sensory approaches

Southfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Our Vision

We have high aspirations and big dreams for every child. Our mission is to ensure all pupils leave Southfield prepared socially, emotionally and academically for their next steps.

Our staff are at the heart of everything we do. Their passion, care and expertise create the environment where our pupils thrive!

We warmly welcome prospective applicants to visit the school, meet our team, and experience our community first‑hand. Call 01707 276 504 and visit https://www.southfield.herts.sch.uk to find out more about us

Be part of something meaningful. Be part of Southfield