SEND Class Teacher

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Salary: MPS/UPS

Site: Gladstone Primary Academy

Closing date:  9am on Monday 1^st June

Start date:  September 2026

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.  

Do you value growth in every learner?

Do you show perseverance with children who need it most?

Do you inspire aspiration through inclusive teaching?

If so, Gladstone Primary Academy would love to hear from you!

Your role:

As a SEND Class Teacher within our Explorer Provision, you will play a vital role in shaping meaningful learning experiences for pupils with complex needs, including autism and significant learning difficulties. You will lead teaching across high-needs classrooms, ensuring every pupil is both supported and challenged to achieve their full potential.

You will design and deliver personalised, engaging lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes, using specialist strategies such as Attention Autism and Intensive Interaction. Your classroom will be a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where pupils feel secure, valued and inspired to participate fully in school life.

Working closely with support staff, families and external agencies, you will build strong relationships that enable every child to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. You will also contribute to a culture of high expectations, modelling outstanding practice, guiding colleagues, and helping to ensure consistency and excellence across the provision.

We are looking for a qualified teacher who brings a strong understanding of SEND and inclusive teaching practice, with experience in delivering personalised, student-centred learning. You will be skilled in assessment, planning and adapting learning to meet a wide range of needs, and confident in creating an environment where every child feels confident and motivated. A passion for inclusion, the ability to build meaningful relationships, and a commitment to continual professional development are essential.

Fluency Duty: As this role involves direct interaction with the public, it is essential that the candidate meets the Fluency Duty requirements as outlined in the Immigration Act 2016. The successful candidate must demonstrate fluency in English to ensure effective communication with our staff, parents and pupils.

About us:

At Gladstone Primary Academy, you will join a vibrant, multicultural community where every child is known, supported and celebrated. Here, staff work together with dedication and care to create a stimulating environment where pupils develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. As part of the Thomas Deacon Education Trust, you will also benefit from a strong network of collaboration, professional development opportunities and shared expertise that will support your own journey of growth.

Here you will find more than just a role, you will find a team that shares your values of growth, perseverance and aspiration. You will be supported by engaged leadership who value your voice, encouraged to develop your expertise, and empowered to make a genuine difference every single day. Together, you will help children overcome barriers, discover their strengths and achieve success that lasts far beyond the classroom.

Why work for us?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.”  To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits

At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one.  According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!

Ready to transform lives through education?  Apply now and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at  hrteam@tdet.education