SEND Teacher

Ridgeway Primary Academy, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 8AB

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  29 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): Full-Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR
• Additional allowances:

  SEND Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have developed an Enhanced SEND Provision over recent years and this will, in September, become a SEND Unit. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and energetic teacher to work closely with our SENDCo to lead this provision. Applicants will have a proven track record of successful teaching and learning in a primary setting and this post is not suitable for ECTs. In addition, the successful candidate will:

• Have drive, passion, determination and boundless energy;

• Have high expectations of themselves, all children and the school community as a whole;

• Be committed to supporting children with additional needs;

• Have a secure understanding of curriculum and how to engage children in learning to secure good progress;

• Be a teacher who never gives up on children;

• Actively contribute to the development of community relationships;

• Work effectively with parents and families;

• Be open to new ways of working.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• An amazing staff team to work with;

• A supportive and dynamic leadership team;

• Commitment to your continued professional development;

• Wonderful, friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children.;

• Supportive and committed governors and trust colleagues.

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.

Please have a look at our website at www.rpa.tynecoast.academy to get an idea of who we are. Visits to school on Wednesday 22nd April are warmly welcomed and encouraged to really appreciate this opportunity. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment on (0191) 455 2865.

Commitment to safeguarding

Tyne Coast Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

SEND Teacher JD - April 2026.pdf - 133 KB (opens in new tab)

SEND Teacher PS - April 2026.pdf - 97.6 KB (opens in new tab)

About Ridgeway Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 461 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ridgeway Primary Academy website
• Email address: melissa.dobrianski@tynecoast.academy
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ridgeway-primary-academy

Arranging a visit to Ridgeway Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email melissa.dobrianski@tynecoast.academy.

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