Summary

Part of Hope Learning Community
School name
Chatten Free School
Address
Rickstones Road, Rivenhall, Essex, CM8 3HH
School type
Free School, ages 4 to 19
Education phase
Not applicable
Age range
4 to 19
Size
75 pupils enrolled
Website address
https://www.chattenfreeschool.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

About Chatten Free School

 Chatten Free School is a local authority–funded special needs free school in Witham, Essex, specialising in the education of pupils with severe autism and associated learning needs. Many of our pupils are pre-verbal and may display complex behaviours, and we are proud to offer a highly individualised, evidence‑based approach that meets their unique profiles. 


As part of the Hope Learning Community Trust, we work within a strong network of SEND schools committed to excellence. Chatten is an Outstanding multidisciplinary setting where ABA, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and specialist teaching combine to create personalised programmes for every child. With 75 pupils and an SLD+ profile, our school is designed for those whose needs cannot be met elsewhere locally. 


Our core values—Happiness, Independence and Respect—shape every aspect of school life. We strive to ensure that all pupils leave us with meaningful communication, functional life skills and the greatest possible independence. Chatten is a warm, joyful, and ambitious school, and we are incredibly proud of the life‑changing work that takes place here each day. 


 


Please take a look on our website to find out more information about the school 


·        Head welcome 


·        Aims and Values 


·        Some informational videos 


·        Curriculum 


·        News Article: Chatten Free School transforms futures for autistic children with complex needs 


 

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.

Location and map

Rickstones Road, Rivenhall, Essex, CM8 3HH

Current jobs

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Role
Headteacher
Pay scale
Group 5 Leadership Range L18-L30
Working pattern
  • Full time

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