SEND Classroom Teacher

Highfurlong School, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 7LS

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  15 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: 34,069.00 - 46,940.00

SEND Classroom Teacher job summary

Highfurlong School is an Outstanding special school at the heart of the Blackpool community. We are proud of our bespoke curriculum, innovative approaches, and commitment to preparing pupils for life beyond school.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher to join our dedicated team and help us deliver exceptional learning experiences across school. This is an exciting part of our growth journey as we expand on our current curriculum offer for all pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

Is passionate about inclusive education and making a difference for children and young people with a wide range of SEND

Can deliver engaging, creative lessons across different subjects and age groups

Has a passion for Preparation for adulthood

Demonstrates flexibility, resilience, and a positive approach to teaching in a dynamic environment

Builds strong relationships with pupils and colleagues, fostering a culture of respect and aspiration

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Has Qualified Teacher Status (ECT’s welcome to apply)

We can offer:

The opportunity to work in an Outstanding school with a supportive and experienced team

Access to high-quality professional development and training

A welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is valued

Networking and collaboration through Synergy Education Trust, opening doors to shared learning and career progression

A supportive environment where your contribution is valued and celebrated

For visits to the school please phone 01253 392188.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Highfurlong School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 19
• Size: 146 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Highfurlong School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/highfurlong-school-blackpool

Highfurlong School is a 2-19 special school in Blackpool

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