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Mixed Needs Special Needs Class Teacher with TLR

Job Introduction

Shepherds Down Special School is a primary school for children with learning difficulties, currently with 196 children on roll, rising to 209 in September 2026

We require an enthusiastic, creative and highly effective teacher who has special school experience, to teach in one of our mixed needs classes for September. This post will come with a TLR2 allowance to take responsibility for day to day practicalities within the mixed needs classes.

In this role you will be expected to

Take the lead in planning and resourcing the topic learning for the mixed needs classes each half term and communicate that plan out to classes

Take responsibility for day to day practicalities within their phase e.g. class playtime rotas

Further detail is included in the job description below.

The TLR will attract 3.25 hours (FTE) non contact time per week.

Experience & knowledge of children with a range of special educational needs would be ideal but not essential. Alongside a love of children, keen interest and a willingness to learn about children with a range of learning difficulties, ability to think outside the box, a high level of resilience and commitment to making a difference.

We can offer you a supportive environment with an experienced teaching team, the opportunity for ongoing professional development and great children!

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by emailing t.hill@shepherdsdown.hants.sch.uk or calling 01962 713445.

Applications should be made by by completing the attached application form and emailing it back to t.hill@shepherdsdown.hants.sch.uk

Interview date is provisionally scheduled for 27th April .

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.

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