Location: Ealing
Start Date: October
Salary: MPS/UPS TLR / SEN Allowance
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Philosophy Education is recruiting for a Lead Teacher to oversee a Specialist Resourced Provision (SRP) within a mainstream school. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher with a passion for SEND and inclusion to play a pivotal role in shaping and leading high-quality provision for pupils with additional needs.
The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day running of the SRP, ensuring effective teaching, learning, and support for pupils, while also acting as a key link between the provision and the wider school community.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on the strategic development and management of the Specialist Resourced Provision.
* Deliver high-quality teaching to pupils with EHCPs, adapting curriculum and approaches to meet individual needs.
* Line-manage and support teaching assistants and specialist support staff.
* Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress, reporting regularly to senior leadership.
* Work collaboratively with parents, external agencies, and the local authority to ensure effective provision.
* Promote inclusion across the school, sharing best SEND practice with colleagues.
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with substantial classroom experience.
* A strong background in SEND teaching, ideally with experience in specialist provisions or resource bases.
* Proven leadership or middle management experience (e.g. SENCo, phase lead, subject lead).
* In-depth understanding of EHCPs, SEND Code of Practice, and inclusive teaching strategies.
* Excellent organisational, communication and people management skills.
* A passionate advocate for inclusive education with the drive to make a real impact.
Why Join Through Philosophy Education?
* Opportunity to step into a leadership role and shape provision.
* Dedicated support and career advice from specialist SEND consultants.
* Competitive pay package with additional leadership allowances.
* Access to a network of inclusive schools and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
If you are a skilled and motivated teacher ready to lead a Specialist Resourced Provision, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to Philosophy Education or contact us directly on [insert phone/email].
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
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