Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Are you an enthusiastic, creative, and committed teacher looking for a fulfilling opportunity? Our outstanding Special School is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team. We encourage applicants with knowledge of Early Years and Primary Curriculum to apply as their expertise would be relevant and valuable.

The successful candidate will possess exceptional pedagogy, excellent interpersonal skills, and a genuine passion for working with children and young adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). While experience with SEND is beneficial, we prioritise candidates with a strong foundation in the EYFS and Primary curriculum knowledge, coupled with a willingness to embrace learning more about SEND and associated therapies.

• Deliver engaging lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of pupils with profound, severe, and complex learning needs.
• Collaborate with our dedicated team to create stimulating learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate initiative and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in teaching the EYFS and Primary Curriculum.
• Knowledge of SEND, particularly in areas such as PMLD, SLD, or ASD is advantageous.
• A willingness to embrace further learning about SEND and associated therapies.

• A fulfilling, rewarding, and caring environment with strong leadership support.
• Access to Kent Rewards and KCC Employee Benefit Scheme.
• Enrolment in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Focus on Mental Health and Wellbeing, including access to key services such as a free counselling support line.
• Comprehensive Induction and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Programme in line with school plan priorities and pupil centred needs.
• Support from in-house therapy teams including Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and the Special Schools’ Nursing Service.
• Collaborative planning, preparation and assessment (PPA) time with colleagues.
• Phased mentor support dependent on experience.

We welcome applications from teachers currently working in both Special Schools and mainstream schools and settings. So, if you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, join us in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every individual can thrive.