SEN Class Teacher

Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire
Salary: £28,000 - £39,520
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Start Date: September 2026 (Projected)

Benefits:
Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme

Located in Banbury, Oxfordshire, our school provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for up to 84 pupils aged 5-18 with a range of complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We are committed to creating an inclusive setting where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Our holistic approach ensures that academic achievement is supported by a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, personal development, and positive relationships.

Our school forms part an organisation that has been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We are proud that 100% of our services are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

As an SEN Class Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, inclusive education tailored to meet the complex needs of our pupils.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons aligned with the national curriculum, adapted to meet individual SEMH needs

• Supporting the wider class team to facilitate meaningful learning opportunities and promote positive behaviour

• Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress, raising concerns where appropriate, and working collaboratively to ensure needs are met

• Supervising pupils during non-classroom activities, including enrichment opportunities and educational visits

• Building strong, trusting relationships that encourage engagement and positive learning outcomes

We are looking for a committed and reflective practitioner who brings both professional expertise and genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.

You will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Have a strong academic background to degree level

• Demonstrate successful teaching experience

• Have experience working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting

• Be confident in behaviour management strategies and restorative approaches

• Show a commitment to continuous professional development

• Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to employment

• A workplace that prioritises the emotional health and wellbeing of all staff

• A strong commitment to professional development and career progression

• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people

• A welcoming, inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by us.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.