We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join our hard working and committed team from September 2026 to cover a maternity leave. The vacancy is for a teacher who can deliver a curriculum suited to non-subject specific pupils who have severe learning difficulties and are taught using a highly adapted, individualised curriculum. Knowledge and understanding of an EYFS/ Key Stage 1 primary curriculum would be a strength. Candidates must also have a willingness to further their own professional development by attending relevant courses and implementing new initiatives that would increase your understanding of our engagement pathway and how to fully support our pupil’s needs. Kemball School part of the Orchard Community Trust and is a day special school for pupils with cognitive and learning difficulties. There are currently 225 pupils on roll aged 3-19. Dependent on need, pupils are educated in one of our four bespoke pathways. Please refer to our website for more information. This vacancy is within the engagement pathway. If you are creative, enthusiastic, love a new challenge, and are passionate about every child reaching their full potential then this may be the career opportunity that you have been looking for. We have an excellent in house CPD offer that can support you in transitioning into the role of a special school teacher. Applications from ECT candidates with relevant special school experience are welcome. 15 th May - Shortlisted candidates will be invited to school for a class visit, observe a lesson and chat with the pathway lead. 19 th and 21 st May - Interviews The school is committed to equality of opportunity. More information about our school and details of how to apply are on our website: https://kemballschool.org.uk/vacancies/ In line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance which outlines that schools should carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates. I can confirm that the online check will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates only as part of the process of assessing your suitability to work with children.