Class Teacher, Strathmore School

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 32.5 hours per week

This is term-time only contract

Salary: Main Pay/Upper Pay Range: £36,413 - £53,994 Per Annum (FTE) + SEN Allowance

Anticipated Start Date: 1^st September 2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher ready to make a lasting impact in education?  Auriga Academy Trust invites applications for role of Class Teacher at Strathmore School, a vibrant school where excellence and faith come together to nurture the potential of every child.

Are you looking for…?

• Meaningful work: make a genuine impact on the lives of young people and contribute to their personal and academic growth.
• Professional growth: access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in special education.
• Supportive community: join a friendly, supportive team that values your contribution and insight.

Come and make a difference with us – apply today!

About Us

Strathmore school is part of The Auriga Academy Trust. Strathmore is a forward-thinking and innovative special school, currently located across the borough of Richmond in 4 campuses, with a 5th location due to open soon. All of 4 sites are co-located with local, inclusive minded mainstream primary and secondary schools and we work closely with each school to promote an inclusive partnership. Strathmore is part of The Auriga Academy Trust with Clarendon and Capella House Schools, and the aim of the Trust is to extend local SEND provision.

We are a happy, positive and hardworking staff, educating learners aged 4-19 with severe or profound and multiple learning disabilities and many of whom have a co-diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition. We work closely with colleagues from Educational Psychology, Health and Social Care to ensure that our learners receive all the support and challenge they need to achieve. Every learner has an Education, Health and Care Plan that details what and how they are learning, including input from Speech and Language, Occupational, and Physiotherapy.

Explore more about our community and ethos at  https://www.strathmore.richmond.sch.uk/ 

The Role

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic class teacher with has passion for teaching, who is dynamic and inspiring leader. A person who has the skills and dedication to thrive in a challenging and fast changing environment, you are then the person Strathmore is looking for.

Shortlisting: Friday 9th May 2025

Interview: Thursday 15th May 2025 

Shortlisting will be based on your supporting statement. Please ensure you address each of the points as per attached person specification.

Why Join Us?

We provide benefits:

• Access to very competitive pension schemes
• Employee Assistance Program - available 24/7 to support you
• The Cycle to Work scheme - a brand new bike and equipment through your salary, saving up to 42%.
• Auriga Rewards benefits platform with 1000s of discounts and offers for big name brands in retails, travel, fitness, utilities and wellbeing.
• We have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff
• Recruitment Referral Scheme
• Wider opportunities for career progression and professional development across the Trust with the ability to move across different settings and divisions.

Visits and Informal Discussions

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school or arrange an informal discussion with the Headteacher, Sarah Hurtado. Please contact the school office on 02089480047 to arrange this.

Strathmore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List.