Class Teacher
Paddock School, London, SW17 0DZ10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
20 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
10 October 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share)
Contract type
- Fixed term - Permanent contract also available - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS
Additional allowances
SEN
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for someone who is
• Passionate about SEN education and making learning meaningful for all pupils Compassionate and empathetic, putting pupils' individual needs first
• A collaborative team player, working closely with multidisciplinary specialists Committed to lifelong learning and looking for professional development Resilient and adaptable, ready for both challenges and rewards
• Dedicated to celebrating student progress, however big or small Willing to go the extra mile
To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:
• Team Player
• Compassion and Empathy
• Keen to contribute to school life
• Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
• Life Long Learning
• Resilience
• Celebrate Learning
• Strong work ethic
What the school offers its staff
Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible PPA time to support work-life balance Access to an employee wellbeing scheme
• Cycle to Work and Smart Schools Benefits (lifestyle savings & wellness perks)We offer:
- Strong senior leadership support and mentoring
- Exciting opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest
- Excellent CPD & training partnerships within school experts and beyond Support from on-site multi-disciplinary therapy team
- Opportunities for career progression & leadership pathways
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Please note that we do not accept CVs.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Paddock School
- School type
- Special school, ages 4 to 19
- School size
- 220 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Paddock School website
- Email address
- recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 02088781521
Paddock School is a growing, outstanding and innovative split site school in Roehampton and Putney for pupils with moderate to severe learning difficulties with autism or severe of complex learning difficulties. We currently have over 200 pupils on roll with approximately 180 staff.
We pride ourselves on the warm, nurturing culture of the School and staff share a deep commitment to supporting the individual needs of pupils; every pupil here is known, understood and nurtured. The Assistant Headteacher must champion this philosophy and also possess stamina, mental agility and an approachable, positive outlook. Exemplary inter-personal skills are essential.
Arranging a visit to Paddock School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk.
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