Job Description
Primary–Secondary Teacher (Full‑Time, MPS/UPS Scale)\n\nAre you passionate about delivering an engaging and inclusive curriculum that spans Key Stages 1–3? We are seeking a qualified teacher capable of seamlessly transitioning from primary to lower-secondary content to join a specialist independent setting that supports pupils with diverse learning needs.\n\nAbout the School\n This is a small, nurturing independent special school catering for pupils aged 7 to 16 with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, autism spectrum conditions (ASC), ADHD, and associated learning differences. The school offers a therapeutic and individualised approach to education, ensuring each young person can access a tailored curriculum at a pace and level suited to their needs.\n\nThe core offer includes:\n\nA primary-style curriculum adapted for students across KS2 and KS3, with emphasis on core literacy, numeracy, and life skills\n\nSmall class sizes and a high staff-to-pupil ratio to support engagement and consistency\n\nA trauma-informed, emotionally literate environment where pupils can build confidence, trust, and resilience\n\nIntegrated pastoral and therapeutic support, with close links to families and external agencies\n\nA curriculum built around progress over time, not age-related expectations\n\nThe school welcomes staff from diverse educational backgrounds who bring warmth, patience, and emotional strength to their practice.
Successful staff often have a background in primary education, SEND, or SEMH environments, and share a commitment to relational practice and holistic development.\n\nThe team is united by values such as:\n\nResilience: Able to remain calm, consistent, and optimistic, even in the face of behavioural or emotional challenges\n\nCompassion: Committed to understanding the root causes of behaviour and nurturing trust over time\n\nAdaptability: Skilled in tailoring content and delivery to meet learners where they are\n\nCollaboration: Working closely with therapists, support staff, families, and external professionals to wrap around the child\n\nRole & Responsibilities\n\nDeliver a broad and balanced curriculum rooted in primary methodology but suitable for older learners (up to age 14)\n\nUse assessment to personalise learning and support emotional regulation\n\nDevelop strong relationships with pupils and maintain clear routines and expectations\n\nTake part in school life beyond the classroom, contributing to the wider therapeutic and pastoral ethos\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\nMain Pay Scale (MPS) range: £31,650–£43,607\n\nUpper Pay Scale (UPS): £45,646–£49,084\n\nTLR allowance available for additional responsibilities (£3,391–£16,553+)\n\nTeachers’ Pension Scheme, CPD pathways, and wellbeing support\n\nEssential Requirements\n\nQTS (Qualified Teacher Status)\n\nExperience teaching at primary level, with confidence adapting for secondary-age learners\n\nStrong classroom and behaviour management strategies\n\nA genuine passion for supporting children who need more than a mainstream offer\n\nApply Now\n To apply, send your CV and covering letter to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for an informal chat. Early applications are encouraged, and interviews will be arranged promptly.\n\nMake a difference where it truly matters. Join a school community built on trust, care, and ambition for every learner.\n\nAll applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.\n\nRegistration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.
We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.\n\nRegular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.\n\nTeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services