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SEN Teacher

Bishopswood School, Reading, RG4 9RH

This job expired on 31 December 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  31 December 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 December 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 32,916.00 - 51,048.00 M1-U3, plus possibility of TLR for the right candidate

SEN Teacher job summary

‘...Empowered and engaged learners....’

Are you a dedicated and passionate teacher committed to transforming the lives of children and young people with additional needs?

Bishopswood School is a nurturing and ambitious SEN school educating pupils aged 4-16 with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound & multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and autism (ASD).

More than a workplace, Bishopswood is a community. We believe in belonging - not just inclusion. Our staff are empowered to share ideas, lead change, and shape provision. Whether you’re an experienced SEN teacher or early in your career, you’ll find a genuine opportunity to make a lifelong impact.

What we Offer

• Competitive salary + SEN allowance, and scope for a TLR
• Fully funded CPD, mentoring & coaching
• A trust-wide commitment to wellbeing, including paid wellbeing days, generous PPA time, and free on-site parking
• Flexible working options (part-time or job share considered)
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Employee referral scheme (earn up to £500 for successful referrals)
• Highly resourced classrooms, small class sizes and access to multidisciplinary teams
• A strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture

About the Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils’ developmental needs
• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching, interventions and personalised progress
• Promote a safe, nurturing environment that supports wellbeing, independence and dignity
• Work closely with therapists, support staff and families to provide holistic support
• Contribute to whole-school development and our inclusive, forward-thinking ethos
• Engage in professional learning and share best practice across the school

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified teacher status (QTS)
• Experience in an SEN setting (SLD, PMLD, ASD) or strong understanding of these needs
• Knowledge of current SEN legislation, assessment and best practice
• Creative, adaptable and committed to meeting diverse learning needs
• A resilient, positive team player who builds strong relationships with pupils and families
• A reflective practitioner with a growth mindset

 How to Apply

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please Apply online via the link provided. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact the School Business Manager, on 01189 724311 - we would love to show you what makes Bishopswood such a special place.

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

The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.

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About Bishopswood School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 16
• School size: 74 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Bishopswood School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bishopswood-school-reading

Bishopswood is a community special school in South Oxfordshire that provides specialist education for children aged 4 – 16 years with severe (SLD) or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs, including those children with ASD. We are a school that prides itself in providing innovative learning techniques to meet the wide-ranging needs of our pupils.

With an inclusive ethos Bishopswood endeavours to provide specialist provision alongside its co-located mainstream partners on two sites.; our main primary department which is co-located with Sonning Common primary school and Bishopswood’s secondary provision at Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge School, Sonning Common.

As a small but strong community of people we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning for our pupils which is achieved by working in close partnership with our families, professionals, governors and the wider community to deliver a tailored and inclusive education for every pupil.

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