SEND Teacher

Shaftesbury High School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaftesbury High School is seeking a SEND Teacher to join from January 2027. The role is for MPS/UPS depending on experience, with a Special Needs Allowance. Our Green Curriculum class serves learners with SLD at Year 1/2, focusing on meeting EHCP needs and preparing for life beyond school.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality teaching, a well-designed curriculum, and robust pastoral support, within a culture of high expectations for students with SEND.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is required.
• Experience teaching students with SEND, including SLD, at Year 1/2 or secondary SEND setting.
• Familiarity with EHCP-based curricula and Green Curriculum pathways.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and adapt teaching to meet diverse SEND needs.
• Provide learning experiences that matter to our Green Curriculum learners.
• Support students' pastoral needs and wellbeing as part of a holistic education.

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher Special Educational Needs

MPS/UPS, (depending on experience) plus Special Needs Allowance

Shaftesbury High School is looking to appoint a SEND Teacher from January 2027.

Shaftesbury High School educates 170 pupils aged 11 to 19 all with a range of special educational needs.

We are looking to recruit a SEND teacher to work with a Green Curriculum class. Our learners who have SLD, operating at Year 1 or 2, follow the semi formal Green Curriculum pathway.

Becoming part of the Shaftesbury team is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who wants to work in a culture that has high expectations for students with SEND and ourselves. Our students deserve the best that the teaching profession has to offer. I look forward to hearing from you.

At Shaftesbury we recognise that academic success for our students comes from a combination of high quality teaching, a well-designed curriculum, and meeting the student’s pastoral needs.

Our Green Curriculum is ambitious, led by EHCP needs, and places meeting students’ needs at the heart of their success in learning. Our Green Curriculum has a real purpose in starting to prepare our students for life.

The successful candidate will provide learning experiences and opportunities that will provide learning experiences that matter to our students. This post will be ideal for a Secondary SEND teacher or an Upper Primary SEND teacher or teacher who would like to work in a secondary SEND setting.

We view professional development as an important part of ensuring our students have the best possible academic and personal experiences whilst at Shaftesbury. Understanding the importance of work/ life balance and wellbeing is at the heart of our leadership and our learning.

Shaftesbury High School is committed to safeguarding, inclusive practice and equal opportunities for all. All job offers will be subject to a social media check, successful enhanced DBS checks and reference checks. Applicants must have Qualified Teacher Status. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified