SEN Class Teachers
Paddock School, London, SW15 5RT18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 March 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 (Can be done as a job share)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main Pay Scale 1 - Main Pay Scale 6 (Inner London), UPR (for exceptional candidates)
Additional allowances
SEN Allowance
What skills and experience we're looking for
Minimum Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status
Having previous special school or base experience is an advantage.
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
What the school offers its staff
At Paddock, we aim to be outstanding employers and pride ourself in creating a structured, innovative, engaging and caring work environment while continuing to provide avenues for professional development. Some of the perks of being a part of our team include:
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 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)
Further details about the role
Paddock is a vibrant and nurturing Ofsted Outstanding special school for pupils aged 4–19 years with severe learning difficulties and autism. Our focus is on personalised learning, compassion and creating a meaningful & engaging environment where every child is known and thrives. Our aim is to Nurture, Inspire and Transform Lives. We don’t believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly innovating. Its for good reason, we are recognised as Wandsworth’s SEN Powerhouse and knowledge leaders.
As we expand to our new purpose-built secondary site in Tooting, we are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Class Teachers to join our dedicated teams. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact to the lives of SEN pupils, we would love for you to join our team!
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
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Paddock School
- School type
- Special school, ages 4 to 19
- School size
- 217 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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