SEND Teacher

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, skilled and highly inclusive teacher to join Brackenbury Primary School as part of the founding team of a new specialist SEND unit for up to 20 pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

The SEND unit will be explicitly underpinned by the SCERTS framework, with a strong focus on Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support, delivered through a nurturing, structured and highly personalised curriculum.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner with a strong commitment to SEND and inclusion, who is keen to play a key role in shaping high-quality specialist provision within a mainstream primary setting.

TheSchool

Brackenbury is a diverse and vibrant school that reflects the rich community it serves. We were graded Good by Ofsted (December 2022) and are committed to continuing to strengthen inclusive practice and high standards of teaching and learning.

Brackenbury is part of a Federation with Kenmont Primary and Wendell Park Primary Schools within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Staff benefit from close collaboration across the federation, shared expertise and joint professional development opportunities.

The Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for teaching a small class within the ASD SEND unit, working closely with the AHT for Inclusion, specialist support staff and external professionals. You will lead on planning, delivering and evaluating a highly personalised curriculum that supports communication, learning, independence and emotional wellbeing.

You will play an important role in establishing strong routines, inclusive practice and a nurturing learning environment, and will contribute to the strategic development of the unit.

We are seeking to appoint someone who:

• Is an experienced primary teacher
• Has proven experience of teaching pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or complex SEND
• Has a strong understanding of adaptive teaching, personalised learning and EHCP-led provision
• Can plan learning that prioritises social communication, emotional regulation and functional skills
• Understands the importance of adult-child interaction, co-regulation and environmental support
• Is confident in leading learning with the support of HLTAs and support staff
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Is reflective, resilient and committed to continuous improvement
• Is ambitious for pupils with SEND and committed to securing positive outcomes
• Can work collaboratively with families, colleagues and external agencies

We offer:

• The opportunity to be part of the founding team of a new ASD SEND unit
• A creative, supportive environment that values inclusive practice and innovation
• Enthusiastic, friendly children and a committed staff team
• Strong leadership support and collaborative working across the federation
• A high-quality CPD programme at school and borough level, with a strong SEND focus
• Inner London Salary plus SEN Allowance

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Main pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (dependent on experience) £40,317 to £60,464
Plus SEN Allowance: SEN Allowance payable £2,787

Location

Brackenbury Primary School
Dalling Road
Hammersmith
Hammersmith and Fulham
W6 0BA

Visits, Deadline and how to apply & more information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on or email .

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Safeguarding Statement

Statement of Commitment to Safeguarding Children through safer employment practice

Brackenbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safe recruitment of staff is central to this commitment. We will ensure that our recruitment policies and practices are robust, and that our selection procedures prevent unsuitable people from gaining access to children and young people. All adults who work with or on behalf of children and young people must be competent, confident and safe to do so.

All applicants for positions in our school should be aware of, and share the commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

This commitment is expressed through the following requirements:

Recruitment:

Failure to adhere to the following requirements means that an applicant will not be employed to work in our school.

• Applicants for all posts will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check if an offer of employment is made and will not be able to take up post until a satisfactory check has been received.
• Applicants are required, when completing an application for a post to supply full education and employment history since leaving secondary school, with explanations for any gaps.
• An applicant's personal commitment to safeguarding children, young people, or vulnerable adults will be explored through the interview process.
• Successful applicants must show proof of identity, qualifications, and, if relevant to the post, proof of Qualified Teacher Status, along with various other pre-employment clearances before a firm offer of employment is made.
• Prior to taking up post, applicants will be expected to sign the School's Code of Conduct, which commits them to upholding the highest standards in public life, both in the way they undertake their professional duties, and in their personal conduct.

Employment:

Failure to adhere to the following requirements may result in dismissal.

• o To participate in induction processes, professional development and annual appraisal, where the employee's ability to safeguard children or young people through professional involvement and personal conduct will be guided and assessed.
• o To undertake mandatory training, including child protection training, as appropriate to their duties.
• To familiarise themselves with all relevant policies and procedures, produced by the relevant services or by the Local Safeguarding Partnership, including procedures for managing allegations against staff.