Primary Teacher specialising in SEND

About the job

Key information

Hours: Full-time or Part-time (minimum 0.5 FTE)

Scale: Qualified Teachers’ Pay Scale

Required from: As soon as possible.

What will I be doing?

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Primary Teacher specialising in Special Educational Needs (SEND). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a committed and inclusive team within an ambitious all-through academy.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting pupils with high levels of SEND need, including those with EHCPs. You will work closely with the SENDCo to establish and manage a nurturing, inclusive learning environment and lead the planning and delivery of targeted interventions. A key aspect of this role will also be supporting classroom teachers in developing their inclusive practice across the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver effective teaching and interventions for pupils with complex SEN.
• Establish and manage a nurturing Hub environment to meet a range of social, emotional and learning needs.
• Provide expert guidance to colleagues on inclusive teaching practices.
• Lead and contribute to EHCP reviews, progress reporting, and individual support planning.
• Create a supportive classroom culture that fosters emotional regulation, independence, and resilience.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with families, external agencies and the wider community.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are seeking an individual who is:

• A qualified teacher with experience of teaching children with a range of SEND, particularly SEMH, SPLD, MLD and ASD.
• Committed to inclusive education and passionate about supporting every pupil to reach their potential.
• Skilled in adapting the curriculum to individual needs and using assessment to inform planning.
• Confident in using ICT for both teaching and administration purposes.
• A team player with a collaborative and compassionate approach to working with colleagues, children and families.

What is in it for me?

We value our staff and offer a wide range of benefits and professional development opportunities:

• A vibrant and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development through our Trust-wide CPD programmes.
• A nurturing and innovative environment to develop your career.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• An Employee Reward Scheme including high-street discounts and a Staff Wellbeing Hub.

DBS check

A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Supporting documents and information

Informal discussions and visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact us to arrange.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 15 July 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 22 July 2026

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, generous employer pension contribution, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

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