KS3/KS4 Specialist Teacher
Rodenhurst School, Shropshire
Permanent | Full-time | Term time + 5 INSET days
Salary: Up to £39,900 per annum (dependent on experience)
About Us
Rodenhurst School is a small, specialist independent SEND provision for pupils aged 6-16 with Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs and communication differences.
Many of our pupils have experienced disrupted education or periods out of school. Our role is to re-engage them in learning through a calm, structured and relationship-led approach.
Our curriculum is built around three pathways:
Engage & CommunicateExplore & ApplyAchieve & Aspire
This allows all pupils to access an ambitious, language-rich curriculum matched to their developmental stage rather than age.
The Role
We are seeking a reflective and committed teacher to work across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering a primary-model curriculum within a specialist SEND setting.
You will teach a small class (maximum five pupils), supported by consistent Learning Support Assistants, and deliver a personalised curriculum that balances academic outcomes with communication, regulation and independence.
You will support pupils working towards:
Functional Skills (English & Maths)Entry Level qualificationsAQA Unit Awards / similar accreditation pathways
Key Responsibilities
You will:
Plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced lessons across KS3 and KS4Adapt curriculum content to meet a wide range of needsDeliver accredited pathways appropriate to pupil readinessUse low-arousal, relational and trauma-informed approachesEmbed communication strategies (visuals, modelling, scaffolding)Work collaboratively with LSAs and the wider teamMonitor and support progress in both academic and developmental outcomesOversee key pupil documentation, including risk assessments, regulation plans and APDRsWork alongside the SENCo to support the annual review process
Our Approach
Teaching at Rodenhurst is:
Structured and predictableLanguage-rich and communication-focusedTherapeutic and relationship-ledAdapted to support all learners
Why Work at Rodenhurst?
Very small class sizes with high staff ratiosConsistent LSA support in every classA clear, well-structured curriculum modelStrong focus on staff wellbeing and sustainabilitySupportive and visible leadershipHigh-quality CPD in SEND, communication and curriculum deliveryOpportunities to develop experience in KS4 accreditation pathwaysA calm, rural setting with access to outdoor learning
Who This Role Is For
This role would suit:
Teachers with KS3 and/or KS4 experienceTeachers with experience of Functional Skills, Entry Level or similar qualificationsSEND or SEMH practitionersSecondary teachers seeking a more personalised approachPrimary teachers looking to develop KS4 experienceTeachers transitioning from mainstream into SEND
Person Specification
You will:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Have at least one year of teaching experienceBe confident in planning and adapting the curriculumBe reflective, adaptable and emotionally intelligentUnderstand the importance of communication and emotional regulation in learningBe committed to developing specialist SEND practiceBe fully committed to a trauma-responsive approach, demonstrating the ability to translate trauma-informed principles into consistent, responsive practice
Safeguarding
Rodenhurst School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including Enhanced DBS clearance, references, and online checks in line with statutory guidance.