Whitehouse Community Primary School Address: Marlow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5JN Salary: MPR/UPR Hours: Full time Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027, required from 1 September 2026 Reference: 8913 Whitehouse Community Primary School is seeking a Specialist SEN Teacher who is committed to making a difference for pupils with SEND. You will be joining an experienced team and will: be a talented practitioner with knowledge and experience of the latest curriculum and practice, including SEND pedagogy and inclusive teaching strategies set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils, including those with SEND adapt provision and practice responding to the strengths and needs of all pupils, including adapting resources, the learning environment, and using specialist strategies to meet sensory, communication and learning needs have the autonomy to organise and set up your classroom environment in a way that best supports the individual needs of your pupils, including creating sensory-friendly spaces, visual supports, and accessible resources make accurate and productive use of assessment, including alternative assessment methods for SEND pupils use positive behaviour management to foster the emotional wellbeing of all pupils and ensure a safe and happy learning environment deliver excellent learning and progress outcomes for all children be a strong team player, able to liaise with professionals both within and outside of our school. At Whitehouse Primary School we are proud to have: a warm and welcoming school environment a thriving, inclusive, and supportive community committed to access and achievement for all a commitment to providing high quality education and experiences well behaved, resilient and enthusiastic children an engaged and supportive governing body a friendly, compassionate and collaborative staff team. For more information Please read the Job Description MPR (pdf) and Job Description UPR (pdf) or alternatively, please visit our website. Please contact Sara McCullum by calling 01473 741249 or emailing: hr@whcps.org to arrange to visit the school. How to apply Please submit your completed Application Form (word) via email to: hr@whcps.org or post to: Whitehouse CP School, Marlow Road, Ipswich IP1 5JN. Closing date: 9 am, 18 May 2026. Interview date: 20May 2026. Whitehouse Community Primary School is an inclusive and supportive setting. Whitehouse is part of the Children’s Endeavour Trust which totals eight schools across Stowmarket and Ipswich. In October 2024, the school was rated ‘Good’. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.