SEND Teacher (Ref: FTM 09.26)
Carlton Digby School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG3 6DS17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
1 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
15 May 2026
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: Full time, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 Year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1-M4
Additional allowances
SEN1 Allowance
What skills and experience we're looking for
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a qualified teacher (QTS) who is not only committed to making a difference, but also shares 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:
- A qualified teacher (QTS) with experience 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.
- Collaborative team players who enjoy 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
What we offer:
- Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.
- 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 information about the job
Are you a passionate, dedicated, and qualified teacher looking to make a real difference? Do you want to be part of an exceptional team that empowers pupils with diverse learning needs to achieve their full potential? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We are an Outstanding Special School with a reputation for providing innovative and individualised education to young people aged 4-18 with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. As we continue to grow and evolve, we’re excited to invite a qualified teacher to join our vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking team starting in September 2026 on a one-year temporary maternity cover contract. This role is suitable for ECTs.
Ready to make an impact?
If you are a consistently good or outstanding teacher who is 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 Monday 1st June 2026.
Visits are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please email the school office to book.
If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, we regret to advise your application was unsuccessful and due to previous high response, will be unable to provide individual feedback
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
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Carlton Digby School
- School type
- Special schools, ages 4 to 18
- School size
- 95 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
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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