Humanities Teacher (History and Geography) : Specialist SEND Secondary
Are you an experienced Humanities specialist ready to bring the world to life for students with unique learning needs? We are seeking a dedicated History and Geography Teacher to join our founding team at a brand new SEND secondary school opening in September 2025. Located in Chaldon, Surrey, this is a rare opportunity to shape a Humanities curriculum from the ground up, specifically designed for young people aged 11-16 with social communication, emotional regulation and sensory processing needs.
The Package
* Salary: £34,398 – £48,913 per year (M1 : UPS1 Fringe)
* Bonus: £5,000 Welcome Bonus for Qualified Teachers
* Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
* Hours: 40 hours per week (finish at 4:00 PM every Friday)
* Location: Chaldon, Surrey (with occasional work at our satellite site in Caterham)
Why This Role is Different
Founding Influence – As the school opens its doors in 2025, you will play a key role in developing a personalised Humanities curriculum that meets the passions and interests of our students.
Small Class Sizes – Trade large‑scale classroom management for high‑impact, small‑group teaching supported by a supernumerary multi‑disciplinary team.
Holistic Progress – You will move beyond standard testing to focus on personalised targets, EHCP outcomes and the overall welfare of your pupils.
Collaborative Support – Work daily alongside therapists and SEN experts to ensure every child has every opportunity to achieve.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality History and Geography lessons tailored to students with autism and complex learning needs.
* Set, monitor and review personalised targets to optimise learning for each student.
* Advocate professionally by contributing to the review of EHCPs, PEPs and LAC reviews, ensuring academic and social needs are met.
* Manage challenging behaviours through a non‑confrontational, reflective approach in line with school policies.
* Maintain short, medium and long‑term plans while providing subject leadership across the school.
About You
We are looking for a resilient and creative practitioner who understands that for our students, History and Geography are windows to understanding the wider world.
Essential Criteria
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent.
* Proven experience delivering a differentiated curriculum to pupils with SEND.
* Sound knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to adapt it for complex needs.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a multi‑disciplinary team.
* Driving licence – highly desirable due to our rural location and limited public transport.
Desirable Criteria
* A postgraduate diploma in Autism.
* Experience working specifically with students who present with challenging behaviours.
Join Our Journey
Be part of a supportive group that values your expertise and provides the resources you need to make a real difference from day one.
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