Salary: Main Professional Grade (MPS/UPS) £38,766 pa £60,092 pa (based on proven experience in UK schools)
plus £2,679 SEN allowance pa
Total annual package (up to) £62,771 pa
Permanent full time post – Resource Provision Class (Required for 1st September 2025)
Due to the exciting further development of our existing, high-quality ARP provision, we are seeking an experienced, passionate and committed SEND Teacher to join our team within the ARP for pupils with ASD and Speech, Language & Communication Difficulties. You will teach a class of up to 10 pupils with a range of needs, working collaboratively with two other experienced and skilled teachers supported by a team of dedicated support staff to cater for the needs of all pupils so that they can reach their potential. Our most recent Ofsted report (April 2023) highlights the ‘Leaders make sure that all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), access the same rich curriculum. Pupils with more complex needs are very well supported.’
Beaconsfield Primary School is a vibrant, over-subscribed and welcoming school with ‘outstanding pupil behaviour’ where all pupils are nurtured to believe in themselves and others and to persevere through challenges in order to succeed. We see all pupils as individuals and that everyone’s learning journey is different and we therefore ensure that we cater for the needs of all within an environment that is supportive for both pupils and staff. Our ARP classes are housed in a modern, purpose-built facility with sensory and soft playrooms in addition to the large, low-arousal classrooms and separate outdoor play spaces. We have our own on-site speech & language therapist, counsellor & occupational therapist and a well-trained, highly committed team of specialist support staff. We believe that small steps of progress should be celebrated and acknowledged from each child’s starting point.
We are looking for a dynamic, inspirational and highly effective practitioner who has:
- *Proven experience of teaching pupils with SEN and of delivering/ creating a personalised multi-sensory curriculum either in special or an additionally resourced provision setting.
- *Experience of teaching KS1 and KS2 pupils with SEN (ideally ASD/SLCN) in special or resourced provision in the UK including knowledge of ‘Engagement Model’ assessment framework
- *Knowledge of, or skills in using specialist communication systems e.g. Makaton, PECs etc.
- *Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- *A commitment and passion for inclusive education along with the ability to use multiple strategies to maximise achievement and effectively manage a variety of pupil behaviours in a positive way.
- *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and a strong team-work focus approach.
- *QTS and (ideally) some further training linked to ASD, SEND, speech and language, Structured teaching (SPELL/TEACCH), Engagement model and
- *This role is NOT suitable for ECT/ NQT teachers with no prior specialist SEND experience.
We can offer:
- *A strong, experienced leadership team where initiative is highly encouraged & supported by the Head Teacher, Deputy Head, Inclusion Leader and the Governing Body
- *Excellent opportunities for professional development and opportunities for future career progression
- *Access to a range of external professionals and training providers.
- *Structured support/ mentoring to work with parents/ families/ outside agencies and other pupil support services.
- *A school staff team who are supportive, dedicated, friendly and extremely welcoming.
How to apply:
Please contact the school, should you wish to discuss the post informally. Please email or telephone the school to request further information or to arrange a visit. Application forms and job descriptions can be downloaded from the school website https://beaconsfieldprimary.naht-recruiter.com/
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) which was formerly known as Criminal Records Bureau. Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2
Closing date: completed application forms to be submitted to the school by Tuesday 29 April 2025