Class Teacher SEN
CompanySouthampton City Council
Location
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At5/6/2026
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Description
Great Oaks School is seeking passionate Class Teachers to join our team, supporting young people aged 11–19 with a wide range of special educational needs.
We are looking for teachers who are keen to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, building strong relationships and supporting pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
This post is suitable for Teachers with experience of working in specialist settings as well as teachers looking to make a make a move into special education. Due to the developmental and learning needs of students at Great Oaks, the role is well-suited to teachers with experience of the primary or early years curriculum.
Teaching posts are available in Pathway 1 and Pathway 2:
Pathway 1 supports pupils with severe and complex learning needs through a highly personalised, sensory‑based curriculum, with a strong focus on communication, regulation, engagement and personal development.
Pathway 2 supports pupils with complex learning needs through a semi‑formal curriculum, combining practical and experiential learning with developing independence, life skills and emerging academic skills.
We offer a strong induction programme, high‑quality training and ongoing professional support, including coaching and mentoring, to ensure staff feel confident and well supported in their role.
Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed, with tailored induction and mentoring in place.
If you are committed to inclusive practice and want to be part of a school where your work has real impact every day, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about the role or if you would like to come and visit Great Oaks, please make contact via the school office
Teacher Main Scale (including UPS) + SEN Allowance.
Closing Date: 14th May 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026
The Specialist Schools Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with Social Media checks.
We are looking for teachers who are keen to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, building strong relationships and supporting pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
This post is suitable for Teachers with experience of working in specialist settings as well as teachers looking to make a make a move into special education. Due to the developmental and learning needs of students at Great Oaks, the role is well-suited to teachers with experience of the primary or early years curriculum.
Teaching posts are available in Pathway 1 and Pathway 2:
Pathway 1 supports pupils with severe and complex learning needs through a highly personalised, sensory‑based curriculum, with a strong focus on communication, regulation, engagement and personal development.
Pathway 2 supports pupils with complex learning needs through a semi‑formal curriculum, combining practical and experiential learning with developing independence, life skills and emerging academic skills.
We offer a strong induction programme, high‑quality training and ongoing professional support, including coaching and mentoring, to ensure staff feel confident and well supported in their role.
Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed, with tailored induction and mentoring in place.
If you are committed to inclusive practice and want to be part of a school where your work has real impact every day, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about the role or if you would like to come and visit Great Oaks, please make contact via the school office
Teacher Main Scale (including UPS) + SEN Allowance.
Closing Date: 14th May 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026
The Specialist Schools Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with Social Media checks.