SEND Teacher

Salary

Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Fringe, £34,398 - £52,490) + SEN

Benefits

Generous pension, condensed school year, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay.

• Generous workplace pension through Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme

Position Overview

We are seeking a SEND Teacher to join our team at Philip Southcote School within the Bourne Education Trust. The role is suitable for Primary or Secondary Teachers.

About Philip Southcote School

Philip Southcote School is a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities School for students aged 11 to 19. As part of Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi academy trust comprising twenty four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools changing lives." We are extremely proud of our educational offer which has the overarching goal of preparing our students for adulthood. Philip Southcote School is a place where students quickly establish a sense of belonging and feel safe throughout their educational journey with us. Spread across five sites within Surrey, each learning provision is staffed and resourced to meet the individual needs of all Philip Southcote students.

Sites

• Philip Southcote Main School - 3 Form Entry site for students aged 11 to 16 years.
• Philip Southcote Sixth Form - For students aged 16 to 19, located at The Meads.
• Philip Southcote Satellite Centres - Based within mainstream secondary schools: Chertsey High School, Chertsey; Epsom and Ewell High School; Kings International School, Camberley.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
• Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class/es, planning effectively to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential.
• Be aware of pupils' capabilities, planning effectively to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and where appropriate, lead the preparation, implementation, monitoring and review of SEN Support Arrangements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.
• Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development.
• Commitment to equality and inclusion.

Our Culture

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational.
• Collaborative and innovative.
• Committed, engaged and professional.
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity.

How to Apply

Please click 'Quick Apply' to complete our online application form. CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered. The closing date for this vacancy is 13th April 2026, but we strongly recommend applying early. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we reserve the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Safeguarding & Diversity

Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please do not hesitate to contact us.

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.