Special Education Class Teacher & Maths Lead or SEND Class Teacher - Penn Hall School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in West Midlands seeks a Special Education Class Teacher & Maths Lead for a permanent position. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a passion for special education. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons and leading maths development. Benefits include a collaborative staff team and professional growth opportunities. Applications are invited until November 24, 2025.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative staff team

Meaningful role changing lives

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• Maths specialist for Maths Lead role.
• Passionate about special education with positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual pupils.
• Lead maths teaching development across the school.
• Foster independence and confidence in pupils.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Maths specialist

Passion for special education

Fluent spoken English

Job description

Special Education Class Teacher & Maths Lead or SEND Class Teacher – Penn Hall School – Permanent position

Why Join Penn Hall School? Penn Hall isn’t just a school; it’s a supportive and nurturing community where every child’s potential is valued. We serve 150 students aged 3–19, all with a wide range of special educational needs, including physical disabilities, severe learning difficulties, and autism. Our aim is to provide a personalised, inclusive learning environment that prepares every pupil for life beyond the classroom.

The Opportunity As a Class Teacher at Penn Hall School, you’ll be more than an educator – you’ll be an advocate, role model, and inspiration for our pupils. In this role, you will also take on responsibility as whole school Maths Lead, shaping and delivering a high-quality mathematics curriculum that meets the diverse needs of our learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative and engaging lessons tailored to individual pupils.
• Lead the development of maths teaching across the school, ensuring it is inclusive, aspirational, and accessible (Maths Lead role only).
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan innovative, thematic learning opportunities.
• Use wider subject knowledge (English, science, ICT) to enrich and connect learning.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, fostering independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

Qualifications & Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• Maths specialist (Maths Lead role only).
• Genuine passion for special education – previous experience desirable but not essential; full training and support provided.
• Reflective, resilient, and committed to ongoing professional development.
• Share our values of inclusion, respect, and unconditional positive regard for every child.
• Fluent spoken English – essential requirement (covering Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016).

Benefits

• Meaningful role where your work directly changes lives.
• Collaborative and caring staff team who celebrate successes and support one another.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including subject leadership and curriculum development.
• Joy of seeing pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Application Details

Experience with learners with complex SEN is desirable but not essential; training will be provided. We highly encourage visiting our school to witness our inclusive and supportive environment first hand.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required. A suitable DBS for working with children must be obtained.

Grade dependent on experience, SEN allowance, and TLR. Hours: 32.4 per week. Contract: Permanent.

Closing and Interviews

Closing date: Monday 24th November 2025 at 12:00 noon. Interviews will take place either Thursday 4th or Friday 5th December 2025.

How to Apply

Complete the application form on WM Jobs or through our school website at pennhall.aatrust.co.uk. Email your completed application to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

Penn Hall School is an equal opportunities employer. We champion diversity and inclusion and warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds.