SEND Teacher

Peile Centre; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Flexible working

Wellbeing

Free parking

Career progression

Job summary

Chantry Academy, part of the Eastern Education Group, is seeking a passionate SEND Teacher to join our supportive school community. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress and adapt instruction to meet diverse needs, working with staff, families and professionals to provide high-quality provision for pupils with SEND.

You will be part of a committed team focused on inclusion, safeguarding, and continuous professional development, with opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• QTS is essential and you must have recent experience teaching in a primary setting with SEND.
• Strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons.
• Assess pupil progress and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external professionals for pupils with SEN.
• Contribute to curriculum development and promote high standards of behaviour.
• Support wellbeing and safeguarding for every child.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

Primary teaching

Education

QTS

Job description

• Peile Centre
• Address: Chantry Academy, Mallard Way, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9LR
• Salary: MPR - UPR (Mid Pay Range - Upper Pay Range), £34,069 - £52,853 per annum plus SEN Allowance (pro rata), Teachers Pay Scales (England)
• Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, term time only
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract until July 2027, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5638

Chantry Academy are seeking a passionate and motivated SEND Teacher to join their vibrant and supportive school community.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed educator with experience of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) teaching and a genuine desire to make a difference in pupils’ learning and development.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons, assessing pupil progress, and adapting your teaching to meet the diverse and individual needs of every child through a collaborative and child-centred approach.

As part of our dedicated team, you will work closely with colleagues, support staff, parents and external professionals to ensure high-quality provision for pupils with additional needs.

You will contribute to the wider life of the school, collaborate on curriculum development, and promote high standards of behaviour and achievement within an inclusive learning environment. A strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and ensuring the wellbeing, safety and progress of every child is essential, alongside excellent communication skills, high expectations, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

As the successful candidate, you will hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and have recent experience teaching in a primary setting, including supporting pupils with SEND. In return, we offer a welcoming and inclusive environment, a strong culture of collaboration, ongoing support for career progression, and the opportunity to be part of the wider Eastern Education Group.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Membership into Teachers Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities.

About us

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions.

Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

At Eastern Education Group, we believe sustainability is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a more sustainable future while reducing our environmental impact and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs, and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word).

To find out more, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing [e-mail]

Closing date: 8.00 am, 3 November 2026.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date; early applications are encouraged.

If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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