Class Teacher (SEN)

About this Role

Class Teacher (SEN) Salary : UQT £21,730.89 - £33,902 , MPS £31,650 - £43,607, UPS £45,646 - £49,084

Contract : Full-time, Permanent

Location : Highfield Littleport Academy, Cambridgeshire

Highfield Littleport Academy are looking for a committed Class Teacher to join our team and help make a positive impact on the lives of our students.About Us : We are a thriving community special school in Cambridgeshire, dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for children aged 2 to 19. Highfield Littleport Academy offers unique learning experiences for students with significant and complex needs, including physical, sensory, communication, and medical support requirements.Situated in beautiful, spacious grounds on the edge of Littleport, our academy boasts excellent facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool and a well-equipped sports hall. As part of the Cambridgeshire Active Learning Trust hub, we work closely with local mainstream schools to promote inclusive education, sharing expertise, resources, and best practices.

What Were Looking For : We are seeking a teacher who embodies the following qualities : Outstanding Practitioner : Able to meet diverse learning needs in the classroom.Collaborative Team Player : Thinks creatively and communicates effectively.Flexible Educator : Recognises the importance of learning both inside and outside the classroom.Experienced or Interested in SEN : Knowledge or interest in supporting students with sensory needs, autism, and associated behaviours.Reflective and Open-Minded : Keen to develop professionally and contribute to a dynamic team.Leadership Potential : Confident to take the lead in an area of whole-school provision, such as a curriculum subject.We would be interested in applications from qualified teachers or those with significant experience in specialist SEND education that will need to obtain qualified teacher status. In this circumstance, we will offer the candidate an apprenticeship for the first year to complete this qualification. Candidates are required to have a degree in order to undertake this apprenticeship. For further information about this or to check your eligibility, please do contact us.Why Join Us?Belonging to a compassionate and inclusive Trust who values you and the role you playThe chance to make a difference to the lives of our young peopleBe a part of a supportive and friendly teamGain valuable experience in a school environmentVivup Benefit SystemEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeTeacher Pension SchemeIf you would like further information please contact Emma Brooke on 01353 223301.The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.

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