to join our team at Featherby Primary, part of the Maritime Academy Trust. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-quality teaching and learning in our specialist provision, while also championing inclusion across the wider school community.
As our SEND Teacher, you will:
Plan and deliver personalised, engaging learning sequences aligned with EHCP outcomes and the SEND Code of Practice.
Use a range of assessment approaches to track and celebrate small-step progress, adapting provision as needed.
Work closely with therapists and external professionals (SaLT, OT, CAMHS, EP) to embed strategies into daily classroom practice.
Build strong, trust-based relationships with families, keeping them fully engaged in their child's learning journey.
Promote inclusive practice across the school, contributing to staff CPD and modelling best practice.
Support the development of regulation and behaviour plans using trauma-informed, low-arousal and de-escalation approaches.
This is a role where no two days are the same -- but every day brings the chance to make a profound difference.
Who You Are
We're looking for someone who is:
A qualified teacher with a passion for SEND and inclusive education.
Experienced (or confident to develop) in working with pupils with complex needs, including autism and SEMH.
Creative and flexible in planning learning experiences that meet diverse needs.
Skilled at building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Calm, reflective, and resilient -- with a commitment to trauma-informed and child-centred practice.
A strong communicator who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
What We Offer
At Featherby, we pride ourselves on being a warm, nurturing, and ambitious school, where every child is valued. Our SEND provision is central to our inclusive ethos, and we are proud of the work we do to help children thrive both academically and socially.
Here's what we offer:
A supportive network of SEND specialists across the Trust (including our award-winning SEND school, Danecourt)
Bespoke and Innovative CPD that is bitesize, practical training that fits around busy teaching lives delivered via our Learn Upon platform
Opportunities for career progression, whether within Featherby or across Maritime schools.
1:1 devices for staff and pupils, supporting innovative and effective digital teaching
Access to excellent school grounds, which are regularly used to enhance outdoor learning
Local Government Pension scheme & National terms & conditions
Staff wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing leads and Mental Health First Aiders on site at the school, Employee Assistance Programme, access to the Wisdom app, enhanced maternity and paternity, eye care vouchers, free flu vaccines and cycle to work scheme
Ready to Make a Difference?
We'd love to welcome you for a visit -- come and see what makes Featherby Infant & Junior School so special. Please contact the school office on
01634 231984
to arrange.
You'll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the
Candidate Information Pack
attached.
Apply now
via My New Term -- we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don't delay!
Featherby Infant & Junior School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 32,916.00-45,352.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Free flu jabs
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Work Location: In person
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