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Teacher SEND (based within the Copsewood & other SEND provisions within the school)
Start date: 1 September 2026
If you are passionate about transforming the lives of students with SEND, enthusiastic about curriculum development, and ready to support the further development of SEND pathways and provisions at Bitterne Park School, we would love to hear from you!
At Bitterne Park School, we prioritise academic excellence while fostering a sense of community among our diverse student population. Our mission is to create a nurturing learning atmosphere that encourages students to reach their full potential.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional and inspirational teacher to join a dedicated, friendly, and skilled department who work collaboratively to deliver an engaging, creative and personalised curriculum. As a dynamic, motivated, and fully qualified teacher, you will bring passion, drive, and enthusiasm that makes a meaningful difference to our students' lives. You will make an immediate and positive contribution to the way our students learn, develop, and feel a sense of belonging within our school community.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Planning and delivering high-quality lessons that support, stretch, and inspire students of all abilities.
- Contributing to the development and refinement of a well-rounded and inclusive curriculum.
- Using a range of assessment strategies to track progress and identify areas of development misconceptions informing teaching and learning.
- Creating a purposeful, supportive classroom environment where students feel a sense of belonging.
- Collaborating with colleagues to model best practice and to continually improve the life chances of the students you work with
- Engaging in ongoing professional development opportunities to contribute to the development of SEND within internal provisions and the wider school.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Energetic, compassionate and committed to inclusive education
- Skilled at building positive relationships with students and families
- Eager to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Creative thinkers with a nurturing approach to teaching
- Reflective and eager to develop professionally
- Able to tailor learning to meet individual needs
- Can deliver engaging learning using innovative methods to stimulate interest and excitement
Experience of, and an interest in, a range of subjects including the teaching of science and mathematics is desirable, however, we welcome applications from teachers with a genuine willingness to learn.
Essential
- A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., QTS or equivalent).
- The ability to plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that caters effectively for the individual learning needs of all students in a class
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents / carers and colleagues
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively in a busy school environment.
- A reflective, proactive and professional approach to continuous professional development
- Demonstration of commitment, drive and enthusiasm in curriculum delivery
- Proven skills in assessing, monitoring and evaluating students progress
- Ability to be flexible in response to students’ learning needs and responses
- Proven skills in positively managing students’ behaviour
- Be a positive role model and lead by example
- A commitment to inclusive practice, safeguarding, and the welfare of young people.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching pupils with learning difficulties within Key Stages Two / Three
- Experience in planning and managing the work of additional adults & to lead, motivate and support colleagues
- Working knowledge of current national frameworks for education and special educational needs
- Knowledge of specific approaches to working with children with a variety of additional needs
- Sets high personal standards and is able to challenge own work and the work of others in a professional manner
- Willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities, enrichment, or wider school initiatives.
We welcome applications from both full-time and part-time candidates.
Benefits
- Healthcare Cash Plan options for you & your family*
- Free on-site gym & personal & group training sessions
- Electric Car Scheme & onsite charging points
- Childcare and Nursery discount vouchers
- Tech scheme
- Charity Giving
- Free remote & onsite yoga sessions
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free Parking
- Gym & retailer discounts
- Onsite car valeting
- Enhanced Maternity, Shared Parental & Adoption Leave
Safer Recruitment
Bitterne Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references, and complete all pre-employment safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
Visits to the school are welcomed, please email HR@bitterneparkschool.org.uk