Class Teacher - Mayfield Chestnut
Mayfield School, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8NH12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September/October 2025
Closing date
7 July 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 June 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time - 32.5 hours a week Mon-Fri Term Time Only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS1 to UPS 3 depending on experience
Additional allowances
SEN1 allowance of £2,679.00 (pro rata)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Mayfield school is a special school, operational on three sites which are 12 miles apart.
Mayfield School Chestnut Centre educates primary aged pupils withsocial, emotional and mental health difficulties and associated challenging behaviour.
We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our teaching team in September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of Early Years curriculum alongside attachment theory, barriers to learning, contextual safeguarding and complex behaviours which may link to social, communication difficulties. They will have high expectations of achievement, be able to set and maintain firm boundaries. a vibrant and creative approach to learning, commitment to excellence and outstanding outcomes in both academic, emotional and social development. The successful candidate will have experience of and be committed to working in a trauma informed way using the PACE approach.
Here at Mayfield our core ethos is to support the ongoing development of every pupil's EHCP needs in a safe, nurturing and happy environment where we are all 'Learning Together to be the best that we can be'.
You will have:
- Expert knowledge of the primary curriculum and an ability to differentiate this for pupils working within the earliest stages of learning
- Qualified teacher status
- A passion for working with children with Special Educational Needs.
- An ability to build effective working relationships with staff, pupils and families
- A drive for improving the outcomes of the children in your care
Closing Date: Monday 7th July
Interviews: Tuesday 15th July - Please make sure you have this day free due to the short time frame on shortlisting and invites
What the school offers its staff
Working at Mayfield School offers a rewarding and enriching experience for educators and staff alike. We foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where every team member is valued and supported. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have access to continuous learning opportunities, helping you grow and excel in your career.
You’ll be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives, inspiring and guiding them to reach their full potential. Additionally, our school community is vibrant and collaborative, making it a place where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Join us to be part of a mission-driven institution that truly values education and personal growth.
As well as being part of this rewarding environment, Mayfield offers many personal benefits, including:
- Impressive Government Pension Scheme; plus other peace of mind / family protection benefits.
- Access to free Well-being Support & Services
- Blue Light Discount Card & Employee Discount Scheme; providing up to 20% discounts across many companies
Don't just take our word for it: see what our employee's say about working for Mayfield by clicking HERE (https://mayfieldtorbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/We-Are-Mayfield-30-1-1.mp4)
Commitment to safeguarding
All of our safeguarding and recruitment policies can be found in the following places:
Our school website - www.mayfieldtorbay.org
Our recruitment & application system - mayfieldtorbay.face-ed.co.uk
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Mayfield School
- School type
- Special school, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 265 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mayfield School website
- Email address
- nlidstone@mayfieldtorbay.org
At Mayfield School in Torquay we have 180 pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties arranged in 19 classes from foundation through to Key Stage 4. We have highly skilled staff and fantastic facilities to support the ongoing development of every pupil’s EHCP need in a safe, nurturing and happy environment.
At Mayfield College in Paignton we have 52 students in Key Stage 4 and 5 with severe and profound learning difficulties. The highly skilled College team provide a holistic programme of study for our young people which utilised challenging, relevant and fun learning experiences whilst supporting individual progression and preparation for adulthood.
At Mayfield Chestnut in Brixham we have 32 Primary aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties arranged in 6 classes. Our highly skilled staff support our pupils to maintain academic progress whilst securing attachment and promoting resilience and wellbeing through playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy.
Across our 3 sites we have the firm mission of Learning together to be the best that we can be building on the successes of today for the challenges of tomorrow.
Arranging a visit to Mayfield School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nlidstone@mayfieldtorbay.org.
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