The Mendip School
Edmund Rack Road
Prestleigh
Shepton Mallet
BA4 4FZ
01749 838040
www.themendipschool.co.uk
email: office@themendipschool.com
Class Teacher
MPS1 – UPS3 + SEN Allowance
Start Date: April 2025 or ASAP
1.0 FTE
We are seeking to appoint a Class Teacher to work at The Mendip School, a school for children aged 4-19 with Austim and Speech Language and Communication Needs. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled teacher to join our school and teach a class of pupils following our Learning for Life Curriculum Pathway.
In this role, you will work with children in Key Stage 2 to 3, helping them develop essential communication skills and the independence they need to thrive both in school and in life. Our focus is on delivering a curriculum tailored to the individual needs of our pupils, prioritising their development in key areas of life skills, communication, and self-regulation.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons following the Learning for Life Curriculum Pathway.
Focus on developing communication skills, supporting both verbal and non-verbal pupils in a range of activities.
Foster independence in learners through practical teaching and supporting daily life skills (e.g., personal care, meal preparation, decision-making).
Use a range of strategies to support pupils' emotional and social development, creating an inclusive and positive classroom environment.
Collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to each child's education and development.
Monitor and assess pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies and targets as needed.
Engage with parents and carers to support learners' progress and well-being both in school and at home.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Experience working with pupils with Autism and/or Speech and Language needs in a special education setting is desirable, but not essential.
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of communication development and life skills education.
A patient, empathetic, and creative approach to teaching, with the ability to adapt to the individual needs of each child.
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals.
A commitment to inclusive education and a passion for empowering students to reach their full potential.
What we can offer you:
High quality CPD
A friendly and supportive working environment
An employee assistance programme offering counselling, legal advice and financial support
A range of comprehensive health & wellbeing services through our staff absence insurance provider
A fun, supportive and exciting workplace
The opportunity never to be bored and help our students to leave school and achieve everything they aspire to!
Visits to our school are extremely welcome, please contact Rachel Starr (Office Manager/PA to Head) on 01749 838040 to arrange a tour to really appreciate what we have to offer. If you would like further information on this post please contact Sinead MacPhee, Assistant Headteacher on 01749 838040.
The Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, as well as proof of suitable qualifications and a full employment history. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Sinead MacPhee, Assistant Headteacher
01749838040
office@themendipschool.com