Therapeutic Teacher (SLD)

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; In loco; GBP 34.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Training & supervision

Professional development

Enhanced DBS check

Descrizione del lavoro

Includa Education Group is seeking a qualified Therapeutic Teacher to join our primary-age SLD provision at Sendsory in Ipswich. You will deliver 1:1 and small-group sessions, supporting EHCP outcomes while working with a multidisciplinary team to create a trauma-informed, nurturing learning environment.

Ideal candidates hold QTS and have experience supporting primary-age children with SLD. The role involves safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to child welfare with ongoing

Competenze

• Requires QTS and experience with primary-age children with SLD.
• Strong trauma-informed, attachment-aware and relational approach.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 and small-group sessions and adapt activities to individual needs.
• Experience with EHCP outcomes is beneficial.

Mansioni

• Deliver personalised 1 to 1 and small-group learning sessions for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 pupils.
• Implement individual EHCP outcomes through meaningful learning and wellbeing activities.
• Build positive relationships and support emotional regulation using trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
• Support pupils during mealtimes and provide personal care where required, maintaining dignity and respect.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent, child-centred support.

Conoscenze

Trauma-informed practice

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum adaptation

Team collaboration

Behaviour management

Formazione

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Descrizione del lavoro

• Sendsory Ltd.
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk
• Salary: £37,867 per annum
• Hours: 40 hours per week (8am – 4.30pm) term time only
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 0025.

About the role

Includa Education Group is looking for a caring, motivated and qualified Therapeutic Teacher to join our primary-age SLD provision at Sendsory, supporting children in EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

You will deliver engaging, child-centred 1 to 1 and small-group sessions, supporting children to achieve their individual learning, development and EHCP outcomes. Working alongside the Head of Provision, Head of Wellbeing and Development, Occupational Therapist and wider team, you will help create a safe, nurturing environment where children can develop confidence, emotional resilience and independence.

You will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience supporting primary-age children with SLD. You will have a strong understanding of trauma-informed, attachment-aware and relational practice, alongside a passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and build positive relationships with education.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Therapeutic Support

• Deliver personalised 1 to 1 and small-group learning sessions for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 pupils.
• Implement individual EHCP outcomes through meaningful learning and wellbeing activities.
• Build positive relationships and support emotional regulation using trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
• Support pupils during mealtimes and provide personal care where required, maintaining dignity and respect.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure consistent, child-centred support.

Assessment and Recording

• Monitor and record pupil engagement, progress and daily observations using the Sendsory app.
• Complete half-termly progress snapshots, including EHCP outcomes, on the NurturED Hub platform alongside the Head of Provision.
• Contribute to end-of-provision assessments and child development reviews.
• Prepare and adapt resources to meet individual learning and communication needs.

Safeguarding and Professional Responsibilities

• Undertake Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) responsibilities, supporting the reporting and management of safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and follow safeguarding and organisational procedures.
• Attend safeguarding and behaviour briefings, team debriefs and planning meetings.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and calming learning environment.
• Contribute to half-termly child development meetings, reviewing progress against curriculum and EHCP outcomes.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) — this is essential for the role
• has experience working with primary-age children with SLD
• can deliver engaging, personalised learning and adapt activities to meet individual needs
• understands trauma-informed, attachment-aware and relational practice
• can build trusting relationships and support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• has strong observation, assessment, recording and organisational skills
• can work collaboratively with education, therapeutic and multidisciplinary teams
• is patient, resilient, compassionate and committed to helping every child achieve their potential
• is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What we can offer

• A rewarding role making a meaningful difference to primary-age children with SLD
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced education and therapeutic professionals
• Opportunities for training, supervision and professional development
• A supportive team committed to child-centred, trauma-informed and attachment-aware practice
• The opportunity to help children develop confidence, resilience, independence and a positive relationship with learning.

Closing date: 12pm, 20 November 2026.

Interview date: week commencing 23 November 2026.

Due to our safer recruitment procedures, we are unable to accept CVs. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Includa Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and apprentices to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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