SEND Class Teacher (MPS + SEN)
Required for January 2026
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to come and work at our unique school as a class teacher and to make a difference to our young people who are at the heart of everything that we do. We all follow The Bladon Way to make our community a fun, happy, thriving and successful community
We are a 'Good' school where Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development are outstanding.
"Staff are proud to work at the school"-Ofsted 2023
The role is suited to an experienced SEN teacher with empathy, commitment and a genuine understanding of what it takes to engage learners with complex additional needs. We will also consider newly qualified teachers and mainstream colleagues with relevant SEN experience.
What you can expect from us:
· 52 week contract paid monthly with school holidays
· Employee Assistance Programme, pension and The Bladon Perks which include:
* Well-being treatment contribution
* Termly breakfast rolls
* The famous monthly wellbeing treat box
* A team dedicated to the well-being of all staff
· Regular Training and CPD opportunities
· An incredibly positive and supportive working environment
· A specialist setting in a rural environment that prides itself on its outdoor and community-based learning opportunities.
· The opportunity to greet our farm animals as you drive to work each morning
The job role:
· Working as a class teacher with responsibility for planning and delivering high quality lessons in line with our Bladon Way curriculum.
· Leading and managing a team of teaching assistants and support staff within your class team.
· Working alongside our Bladon therapy team (SALT, Physio, OT, Clinical Psychology) to develop communication and self-regulation skills in young people.
· Managing physically and emotionally challenging behaviour including the use of physical intervention when necessary.
· Promoting the well-being of young people and staff across school.
· Being positive and adaptable and fun.
Bladon House School is a residential special school for young people from 5-19 with Special Educational Needs including autism, attachment, PWS, moderate learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, communication needs, therapeutic needs (including speech and language and sensory processing needs) and associated challenging behaviour.
A school visit prior to application is HUGLEY RECOMMENDED So that you can see for yourself our amazing school and young people. Once you visit you will want to apply
Please contact to book a visit or view our online map and photos at we look forward to seeing you and showing you just what Bladon House is all about.
Bladon House School and The SENAD Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and visitors to share this commitment. As part of the appointment process we will undertake checks to ensure that you do not pose a risk of harm to children or young people - the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks. This shall also include an employer reference obtained prior to interview.
The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.
Visit for further information and to download an application pack. Or contact Rachel Ashford, Senior HR Officer on for more details.
Bladon House School, Newton Solney, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0TA
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,703.00-£48,139.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Work Location: In person