Job Introduction
At Samuel Cody School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are a specialist school for pupils aged 4-16, supporting children and young people with Severe/Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) across our primary and secondary settings and students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within our specialist provision, Cody Oaks.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate teacher to join our dedicated Cody Oaks team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people with SEMH needs and associated challenges, supporting them to achieve success from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 4 and beyond.
Working closely with the KS2 Lead, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering a carefully sequenced curriculum that ensures smooth progression throughout the provision, helping students develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for their next steps in education, training and life.
Why Samuel Cody School?
Samuel Cody School is a thriving, inclusive and forward-thinking community where staff and pupils are encouraged to be the very best versions of themselves. We are proud of the strong, trusting relationships that our staff build with students and the profound impact this has on their learning, wellbeing, independence and personal growth. Our key value is belonging. We show that we belong by being safe, ready and respectful.
At Cody Oaks, our therapeutic approach sits at the heart of everything we do. Alongside academic learning, we place great value on developing resilience, emotional regulation, communication skills and positive life experiences. Our staff work together to create an environment where students feel safe, valued and empowered to succeed.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent emotional literacy and a positive, resilient outlook.
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with SEMH needs.
- Has high expectations and believes every pupil can succeed.
- Delivers engaging, creative and high-quality learning experiences.
- Creates a calm, stimulating and purposeful learning environment.
- Works collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals.
- Builds positive relationships and serves as a strong role model for young people.
- Is organised, adaptable and an excellent communicator.
- Has a genuine commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
What we can offer you
Joining Samuel Cody School means joining a team that genuinely values and invests in its staff.
We offer:
- A supportive, friendly and welcoming team committed to achieving the best outcomes for every student.
- Your birthday off each year.
- Individual coaching and professional support.
- Access to our on-site gym before and after school at Cody Oaks.
- Membership of SchoolsUKHealth, providing:
- 24/7 GP access for you and your family
- Musculoskeletal treatment services
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Extensive professional development opportunities through The National College, with access to over 1,500 online courses, alongside specialist training including PRICE, sensory approaches and communication strategies.
- Opportunities to undertake nationally recognised qualifications and further career development.
- A leadership team that actively promotes and supports a healthy work-life balance.
- The opportunity to work in a school deeply rooted in, and valued by, its local community.
Come and see us for yourself
The best way to understand what makes Samuel Cody School and Cody Oaks such special places to work is to visit.
We warmly encourage prospective applicants to come and experience our school in action, meet our fantastic students and dedicated staff, and see first-hand the difference we make every day.
If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference and be part of an exceptional team, we would love to hear from you.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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 other relevant employment checks.
