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Full time - 30.5 hours per week
Working hours - 09:00 - 15:30, with 30 minutes lunch break
includes a 30 minutes class meeting each week
Contract - Permanent
Term time only - 39 Weeks
Start date - As soon as possible
Paddock is a special place where we put pupil’s interests first in everything we do. We are an Ofsted outstanding and innovative split site special school for pupils aged 4 – 19 with severe learning difficulties. Most of our children also have a diagnosis of autism.
Full time - 30.5 hours per week
Working hours - 09:00 - 15:30, with 30 minutes lunch break
The 30.5 hours per week includes a 30 minutes class meeting each week
Contract - Permanent
Term time only - 39 Weeks
Start date - As soon as possible
Paddock is a special place where we put pupil’s interests first in everything we do. We are an Ofsted outstanding and innovative split site special school for pupils aged 4 – 19 with severe learning difficulties. Most of our children also have a diagnosis of autism.
We pride ourselves on the warm, nurturing culture of the school, and staff share a deep commitment to supporting the individual needs of our pupils. Every pupil here is known, understood and nurtured.
Our valued staff are exceptional practitioners who work as part of an extensive multi-disciplinary team of specialists to plan and deliver highly personalised learning opportunities that make learning fun, meaningful and engaging for our pupils.
Our reputation is founded on our high standards, and maintained by our caring, dedicated staff, who create a nurturing and inspirational atmosphere throughout the school. The whole team is enthusiastic and united in their desire to prepare pupils for life beyond Paddock.
To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:
* Team Player
* Compassion and Empathy
* Keen to contribute to school life
* Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
* Life Long Learning
* Resilience
* Celebrate Learning
* Strong work ethic
We offer:
* Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
* An outstanding training programme
* Access to employee wellbeing scheme
* School Direct routes into teaching
* Opportunities for promotion within the school
* Cycle 2 Work
* Smart Schools Benefits (which include Lifestyle Savings, Wellness support, saving scheme for everyday expenses)
We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.
We welcome visits to the school. Please contact recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a suitable time and date.
To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page.
For any further details, please contact the school by email recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk.
You can also apply online at Paddock Face-ed Vacancies
Completed applications should be returned to the school either by email recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk or posted to the Upper School & Sixth Form addressed for the attention of the HR Advisor.
Closing date: 31 August 2025 (at noon)
Interview dates: TBC
Paddock School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Please be advised that CVs are accepted for individuals interested in scheduling a school visit. However, to advance in the recruitment process, submission of the application form is essential.
Paddock Lower School
St Margaret’s Crescent, SW15 6HL
Head of School: Deborah Dockery
Paddock Middle School
St Margaret’s Crescent, SW15 6HL
Acting Head of School: Frances Young
Paddock Upper School and Sixth Form
Priory Lane, SW15 5RT
Head of School: Robert Pearce
From September 2025:
Paddock Upper School and Sixth Form
Broadwater Road, SW17 0DZ
Head of School: Robert Pearce
Telephone Number: (020) 8878 1521
Email: admin@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk
Website: www.paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk
Executive Headteacher: Sarah Santos
Website: https://www.paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk/
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