Location: Rudgeway area
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Protocol Education is working in partnership with a specialist SEN school to recruit a Primary Teacher who is passionate about supporting children with autism and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
Please note: if a high volume of applications is received, this advert may close early. Early applications are encouraged.
Those huge small victories
As a SEN Primary Teacher, you’ll know that progress doesn’t always look like test scores or neat exercise books.
Sometimes it’s sitting through a lesson. Sometimes it’s trusting an adult. Sometimes it’s believing they can succeed.
These are the huge small victories. They might seem small from the outside, but together they change lives, and they’re celebrated every day in this school.
The role
You’ll be teaching pupils with autism and SEMH needs, helping them build confidence, develop their skills and rediscover a love of learning.
You’ll need resilience, patience and creativity, but the rewards are powerful. The steps forward your pupils make, often against the odds, will stay with you long after the school day ends.
You’ll be supported by a strong multi-disciplinary team, including teaching assistants, therapists and specialist professionals, all working together to give pupils the best possible outcomes.
About the school
The school is a purpose-built, modern SEN setting supporting up to 50 pupils aged 8–16.
Designed to blend the structure of mainstream education with the care and flexibility of a specialist provision, the school offers outstanding facilities and a calm, nurturing environment. Individual progress and wellbeing sit at the heart of everything they do.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing school that plays a vital role in the local community.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for teachers who bring energy, empathy and belief into the classroom.
You’ll be:
1. A qualified teacher with QTS
2. Passionate about SEN and inclusive education
3. A team player with a practical, ‘can-do’ approach
4. Confident building strong relationships with pupils
5. Creative in adapting learning to meet individual needs
6. Keen to help shape and grow a specialist setting
Previous experience in SEN or SEMH is beneficial, but the right attitude and commitment are just as important.
What’s on offer
The school offers an excellent package, including:
7. Full induction and ongoing training
8. Full school holidays
9. Clear progression and development opportunities
10. Flexible benefits options
11. Teachers’ Pension Scheme or an attractive alternative
12. Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
13. Medical cash plan for dental, optical and healthcare costs
14. High-street discounts
15. £1,000 refer-a-friend scheme
16. A modern, well-resourced working environment
Applying through Protocol Education
When you apply through Protocol Education, you’ll receive:
17. A dedicated consultant who understands SEN education
18. Honest insight into the school and leadership team
19. Interview preparation and ongoing career guidance
20. Access to free CPD and SEN training opportunities
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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