ECT SEND Teacher (Ref: ECT 09.25)

Carlton Digby School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG3 6DS

19 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  23 April 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  19 March 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• 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: Monday to Friday, 27.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS
• Additional allowances:

  SEN 1

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an early career teacher (QTS) who is not only committed to making a difference but also share our passion for:

• Personalised learning – you’ll have the opportunity to tailor your teaching to meet the individual needs of each young person, providing meaningful and enriching educational experiences.
• Innovative teaching practices – we encourage a creative, hands-on approach to learning, with access to state-of-the-art resources and a strong culture of professional development.
• Building relationships – we value the connections you’ll make with young people, families, and colleagues, and we understand the importance of a nurturing, supportive atmosphere for both staff and young people.
• Collaboration and growth – our team is built on trust, respect, and shared goals. We foster a growth mindset, and professional development is a core part of our ethos

Who we are looking for:

• An Early Career Teacher (QTS) with a passion for working with young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or a strong desire to develop in this area.
• Passionate about providing inclusive, engaging, and person-centred education.
• A creative, adaptable, and reflective practitioner who is keen to innovate.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working with others and building positive relationships.
• Committed to making a real difference in the lives of children with diverse needs.

What the school offers its staff

• Ongoing professional development through the Early Career Framework.
• A well-resourced and purpose-built environment with small class sizes, enabling you to focus on what matters most: teaching and supporting your young people.
• A strong, collaborative team where staff are valued and supported in every aspect of their professional journey.
• Connecting with the local community and other special schools to enhance learning opportunities.
• A vibrant, diverse, and welcoming school community, with a culture of kindness and respect at its heart.
• Work-life balance – we believe in well-being for both our young people and staff, ensuring a healthy, fulfilling work environment.
• Supportive Governors who are actively involved in shaping the future of our school.

Further details about the role

Ready to make an impact?

If you are an early career teacher eager to help shape the futures of our amazing young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us at Carlton Digby School and be part of something truly special. ‘Together We Achieve’ and we will create opportunities for our young people to shine brightly and reach their full potential.

To apply:

Application forms and further details are available from the school website: www.carltondigby.notts.sch.uk.

Please ensure applications include the job reference. Please submit applications to:

sbm@carltondigby.notts.sch.uk. The closing date for applications is 9am on Wednesday 23rd April 2025.

Visits are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please email the office to book.

Commitment to safeguarding

Nottinghamshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to sbm@carltondigby.notts.sch.uk

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Teacher Person Specification.pdf - 121 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher Job Description.pdf - 167 KB (opens in new tab)

About Carlton Digby School

• School type: Special school, ages 4 to 18
• School size: 93 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Carlton Digby School website
• Email address: sbm@carltondigby.notts.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/carlton-digby-school

Carlton Digby School is a maintained special school for children with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities aged 3 – 18 years.

In March 2020, the school was given an Ofsted grading of ‘Outstanding’.

The school currently has 90 pupils on roll.

Arranging a visit to Carlton Digby School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@carltondigby.notts.sch.uk.

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