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SEN Class teacher

St. Michael's Academy, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4JW

28 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  18 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  21 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Term time: Monday to Friday, term time only
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS-UPS + SEN Allowance
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

This role is ideal for a skilled practitioner with Qualified teacher Status (QTS) who:

• Has substantial experience of working with pupils with mild/severe learning difficulties or Autistic Spectrum Condition.

• Understands communication needs, sensory regulation and personalised curriculum design • Is passionate about embedding an “I can do” culture

• Wants to influence practice beyond their own classroom

• Thrives in collaborative, reflective and values driven environment

• Demonstrates consistently strong classroom practice

• Can be reflective, resilient and solutions focused

• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and multi-agency professionals

• Contributes to whole school improvement and collaborative working

• You must believe, as we do, that every child can achieve.

What the school offers its staff

We are a warm, outward-looking and values-driven school community where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our unwavering belief that every child can succeed, and we are committed to providing an environment where both pupils and staff can truly thrive.

The opening of our dedicated SEN unit in April 2027 marks a significant and ambitious step forward for our school. We are seeking a passionate, skilled and nurturing teacher who shares our vision and is excited by the opportunity to help shape something special from the very beginning. This is a rare chance to not only teach, but to build—developing practice, influencing provision and creating a setting that will have a lasting impact on children and families.

At St Michael’s, staff wellbeing is a genuine priority. We know that great schools are built on strong, supported teams, and you can expect to work in a collaborative environment where your voice is valued, your development is supported and your contribution truly matters.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference, work alongside a committed team and be part of an ambitious and caring school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Mr Matt Vella Headteacher

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

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.

St Michael’s Academy is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the opening of a dedicated SEN unit in the spring/summer of 2027. We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and highly skilled teacher to join us from as soon as possible, helping to shape the curriculum, establish this new provision and ensure it reflects the school’s vision, values and commitment to inclusive excellence. As part of our longer-term development, we also plan to open a second unit from September 2028, and the successful candidate will work closely with the leadership team to help shape the future of our SEN resource base. We are a warm, values-driven school where staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with a strong and supportive team.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS. References will be taken up before interviews are offered.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

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About St. Michael's Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 264 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St. Michael's Academy website
• Email address: office@stmichaelsacademy.co.uk
• Phone number: 01935 423863
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-michael-s-academy

St Michael’s Academy is a Junior school with approximately 250 pupils on roll. We are extremely proud of our caring and supportive school community where we celebrate and develop the wide and varied skills and interests of our children through our broad, rich and balanced curriculum. Our mission is to develop personal fulfilment within all our pupils so that they continue their lives with determination, self-esteem, initiative and pride.

Arranging a visit to St. Michael's Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@stmichaelsacademy.co.uk.

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