SEN Teacher EYFS/KS1 at Doubletrees School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/DS/75703
  Location
St Blazey Gate, St Blazey, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2DS
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£32,196.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
+SEN allowance
  Closing Date
Midnight, Fri 1st May, 2026
  Start Date
September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
13th May 2026
   Interview Date(s)           13th May 2026
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About this Role


This is an exciting opportunity, to join our team as a class teacher and to support and develop the school in line with its shared values and improvement priorities.

Doubletrees School provides a creative and ambitious centre of learning for 110 pupils with a range of severe and complex learning, communication needs aged from 2-19 years.

The school is a member of the Special Partnership Trust, an ambitious and inspiring collaboration of specialist provision across Cornwall, Devon and Torbay, with a focus on excellence in learning for everyone.

We are looking for a skilled teacher; with SEN experience.

The role requires a love of teaching and a passion to learn; you will also require drive, enthusiasm, and resilience to join our successful and supportive teaching team.

This is a real opportunity for a talented teacher, to develop their teaching and leadership potential within the unique setting of a special multi-academy trust.

Please state your curriculum leadership strengths and experience in your application.

Please also state your SEN experience. We are looking appoint an individual with a positive outlook, a proactive attitude and a track record of high-quality teaching and learning. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning and delivering excellent personalised learning opportunities, to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, all of whom will have Education Health and Care Plans.

Primary experience is advantageous; applicants transitioning from mainstream are most welcome however experience within Early Years and or Key Stage 1 or a in depth knowledge of early reading, writing, phonics and number development is key, as these skills are required when teaching in any of our classes, across all or our age ranges.

Candidates will be required to demonstrate experience of SEN teaching and working with pupils with PMLD, Autism, severe learning difficulties, SEMH and/ or communication needs and evidence the ability to work effectively within a multi-agency team to improve outcomes for pupils or have a strong passion and desire to learn in this area.

The role is for a SEN teacher, who may be asked to teach across any of our age ranges, Knowledge of delivering sensory based curriculums would be advantageous.  Doubletrees School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Following updated guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education; Doubletrees School will undertake an online check of all shortlisted candidates. We will offer you a detailed induction and ongoing, high quality professional development opportunities to fully develop in your role.

You will have the opportunity to work across our setting to further enhance your career progression. A commitment to continuing your learning journey is necessary. There is a generous Trust benefit offer in place for all employees.

If you have the commitment, energy, initiative and drive to help us meet our core values, then we welcome your application. Informal visits are encouraged. Please call 01726 812757 to arrange a visit. Please visit the school website www.doubletrees.org.uk for further information and an application pack. 

 


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  Jessica Summers
  01726812757
  jsummers@doubletrees.org.uk

Doubletrees School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. This important part of your application will be used to decide if you meet the criteria and should be shortlisted for interview. Refer to the role information supplied and tell us how your skills and experience match. Use examples where possible and provide the situation or task, your action(s) and the result. If you are applying for your first job, provide examples of other relevant experience that will help us decide your suitability, e.g. gained through education, the community etc.
  2. We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. From your training and/or experience, please give examples which demonstrate your knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and how you would ensure these vulnerable groups remain in a safe environment. Word Limit: 200 words

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