SEND Teacher - Resource Base at Botley School

Botley School; Oxford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEND Allowance £2,885

Job summary

Botley School in Oxford is inviting applications for a SEND Teacher as part of the ResourceBase. Starting January 2027, the role is a permanent, full-time position within a new resource base for pupils with high communication and interaction needs.

The teacher will lead a class of eight pupils with a bespoke curriculum, supported by SEN staff and the Deputy Headteacher for Inclusion. The role requires QTS, a strong SEND background, and a commitment to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Strong understanding of SEND and inclusive teaching practice.
• High expectations for achievement and behaviour.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Organised, reflective and committed to professional development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about enabling every child to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and personalised learning opportunities for SEND pupils.
• Plan and adapt learning to meet individual EHCP outcomes.
• Monitor pupil progress and use assessment to inform teaching.
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, parents and external agencies.
• Promote pupil wellbeing, independence and personal development.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support our inclusive ethos.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Planning & assessment

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Education

QTS

Job description

About this Role

SEND Teacher - ResourceBase

Starting: January 2027

Location: Botley School, Oxford

Hours per week: 1 F.T.E

Contract: Permanent

Grade: MPS/UPS

Salary: £34,069 - £52,835 + SEND Allowance: £2,885

About Botley School

Botley School is awelcoming primary school just outside Oxford, serving a diverse community. Weprovide an inclusive environment where every child is supported to achievetheir potential and develop a strong sense of belonging.

About The role

We are opening asecond resource base classroom for pupils with high levels of communication andinteraction needs. Many of the pupils will be either non-verbal or pre-verbal.The role will involve being the class teacher for a class of 8 pupils requiringa bespoke curriculum based in the Engagement Model. The successful candidatewill work in a dedicated space in close partnership with the Deputy Headteacherfor Inclusion and the SEN teachers from the Botley Resource Base and theEnhanced Pathway. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly competent andpositive professional who will develop the best possible educational provisionfor our SEND pupils through the filter of our school values: Kindness,Teamwork, Inclusion, Resilience, Creativity and Respect.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and personalised learning opportunities for pupils with SEND.
• Plan and adapt learning to meet individual needs and EHCP outcomes.
• Monitor pupil progress and use assessment effectively to inform teaching.
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, parents and external agencies.
• Promote pupil wellbeing, independence and personal development.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support our inclusive ethos.

Requirements:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has a strong understanding of SEND and inclusive teaching practice.
• Demonstrates high expectations for both achievement and behaviour.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Is organised, reflective and committed to continuous professional development.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is passionate about enabling every child to succeed.

Desirable:

• Experience working within a SEND or specialist provision.
• Knowledge of EHCP processes and person-centred planning.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism, communication needs or complex learning needs.
• Additional SEND-related qualifications or training.

Join us and helpcreate opportunities for every child to succeed, belong and flourish.

Botley School iscommitted to equity, diversity and inclusion and the ideal candidate will beexcited about the opportunity to help us develop our EDI Strategy. BotleySchool is also dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenand young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share thiscommitment. A full enhanced DBS check is required for this post prior tocommencement.