Teacher (Horton Lodge Special School)

Horton Lodge Special School is a strong community where each pupil thrives. This wouldn't be possible without our happy and dedicated staff. We have an exciting opportunity for a teacher to join our team from September 2026 on a full time basis. This position offers the opportunity to work in an ambitious school, in a beautiful setting with wonderful pupils who are enthusiastic about learning.

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• A love of working at the beginning of a child's learning journey, where small steps lead to life changing outcomes
• A deep interest and affinity for supporting pupils with the most complex needs
• The ability to build strong educational practices and deliver highly individualised learning to meet the needs of our very special population
• The ability to lead a team in a positive way where everyone knows their value
• The resilience to rise to the challenges of the role
• The ability to inspire others to make school wide improvements
• A commitment to making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
• A commitment to constant self development

We welcome applications from teachers with SEND experience, particularly in supporting pupils with communication and interaction as a primary need.

Horton Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; applicants will therefore be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes including an enhanced DBS disclosure and online searches.