Teacher (SEN)

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Generous pension contribution

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Cyclescheme

Employee assistance programme

Counselling services

Blue Light Card discounts

Flexible working

Job summary

Camberwell Park Specialist School, part of Prospere Learning Trust, invites two SEN Teachers to join our dedicated team on permanent, full-time contracts. You will teach in an inclusive specialist setting with high expectations and a focus on personalised learning for pupils with additional needs.

The role requires QTS, experience with SEN, collaborative practice and commitment to pupil wellbeing. We offer the Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale plus SEN allowance and a January 2027 start.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and is qualified to teach in the UK.
• Experience teaching pupils with additional needs, ideally in a specialist setting.
• Excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all learners.
• Commitment to personalised learning and adaptive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging lessons meeting diverse learning needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Assess and report pupil progress with appropriate interventions.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development alongside academics.
• Promote positive behaviour for learning in line with school policies.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, teaching resources and assessment practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching and learning.
• Build relationships with parents, carers and external agencies to support outcomes.
• Contribute to school self-evaluation and improvement initiatives.
• Engage in professional development and support colleagues as appropriate.
• Active participation in wider school life.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

Classroom practitioner

Personalised learning

Behaviour management

Communication

Collaborative

Professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for two Teachers (SEN) to join our fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist School

This is a permanent, full-time role on the Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale plus SEN allowance, ideally starting January 2027.

The Opportunity

We are seeking two experienced, passionate and committed SEN Teachers to join our specialist team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs while contributing to the ongoing development of our specialist school community.

You will be an enthusiastic classroom practitioner who shares our belief that every child can succeed and who is committed to delivering high-quality, personalised learning experiences that enable pupils to make strong progress academically, socially and emotionally.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and be qualified to teach in the UK
• Have successful teaching experience and experience working with children and young people with additional needs ideally from a specialist school environment
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all learners
• Understand the importance of personalised learning and adaptive teaching
• Be committed to promoting positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Be reflective, resilient and committed to ongoing professional development
• Thrive in a collaborative and supportive team environment
• Be willing to contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities

What You'll Be Doing

As a Teacher at Camberwell Park, you will fulfil the professional responsibilities outlined in the Teachers' Standards and School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document.

You Will

• Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging lessons that meet the diverse learning needs of pupils
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where all pupils can succeed
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development alongside their academic achievement
• Promote positive behaviour for learning in line with school policies
• Contribute to the development of curriculum planning, teaching resources and assessment practices
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to continually improve teaching and learning
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and external agencies to support pupil outcomes
• Contribute to school self-evaluation and improvement initiatives
• Participate in professional development opportunities and support the development of colleagues where appropriate
• Actively contribute to the wider life of the school community

Why Join Camberwell Park?

At Camberwell Park, all of us share responsibility for ensuring our pupils thrive.

We Are Committed To

• High expectations and ambitious outcomes for every pupil
• A nurturing, supportive and inclusive school culture
• Personalised learning that meets individual needs
• Strong partnerships with families and external professionals
• Staff wellbeing and professional growth
• Collaborative working and continuous improvement
• Meaningful curriculum enrichment opportunities both on and off site

As part of Prospere Learning Trust, you will join a community of schools committed to excellence, collaboration and improving outcomes for children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school where relationships matter, individuality is celebrated and every member of staff plays a vital role in helping pupils achieve success.

About Prospere Learning Trust

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust:

Prospere Learning Trust

Prospere Learning Trust is a high performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprising of 11 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 7 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester.

We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

We Are Driven By Our Core Values

• Inclusion - we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes.
• Comprehensive education we welcome all people from our local community.
• Excellence high standards institutionally, academically and in personal development.
• Expertise great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential.
• Collaboration we believe we are stronger together.
• Reflection we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research.

At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools.

To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Benefits

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

For application support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email [e-mail]

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.