Class Teacher

Class Teacher (SEN School)

Location: Buckingham, UK
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

About Us:
We are working on behalf of a vibrant and supportive all-through Special Educational Needs (SEN) school based in Buckingham, catering to children and young people from primary through to secondary ages with a variety of learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and moderate to severe learning difficulties. Our aim is to provide a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Class Teacher to join the team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children with SEN and be committed to making a positive impact on their education and development. As a Class Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering tailored lessons, managing classroom environments, and working collaboratively with our support staff to meet the unique needs of each pupil.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess a creative and engaging curriculum tailored to the specific needs of your pupils.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, SEN specialists, and therapists to support pupil progress.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
• Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor pupil progress.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to pupil development.
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives aimed at improving the overall quality of education and wellbeing for all pupils.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) ideal but not essential.
• Experience working in an SEN environment or with children with additional needs is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and SEN best practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for all children.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage challenges with patience and empathy.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school community.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Small class sizes to ensure tailored support for each pupil.
• A positive and collaborative working environment with a focus on staff well-being.
• Opportunities for career progression within the school.

How to Apply:
If you are a committed and enthusiastic teacher who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with SEN, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role.

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to 250!

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.