About this role
Contract: Permanent Full Time
Salary: MPS 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352) + SEN 2 £5,497
Location: Bradfields Specialist SEN Academy, Chatham, Kent
Start Date: September 2026
Fortis Trust is seeking to appoint a talented, committed and creative teacher to join the Community at Bradfields Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to be part of a dedicated team supporting students with complex diagnoses across Key Stages 3 to 5.
The learning communities provide specialised teaching and consistent adult support to students who are grouped by developmental stage rather than age. They are designed to meet the needs of students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The successful applicant would be required to be highly adaptable and skilled in delivering differentiated, personalised curricula to a specific class promoting independence, communication and positive behaviour.
The applicant should be an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about SEND education and demonstrate a strong understanding of effective teaching, assessment and progress tracking within a special school setting. Experience of working with non-verbal students and knowledge of alternative communication methods, sensory processing needs, and behaviour as communication is highly desirable.
Applicants will be expected to:
Plan and deliver creative and well-structured lessons across a broad curriculum.Have a clear understanding of effective SEN pedagogy, student care, and support.Be able to adapt teaching creatively to meet a diverse range of learning needs.Show vision and commitment in developing meaningful and aspirational learning experiences for complex learners.Demonstrate strong teamwork, communication, and classroom management skills.Engage with student EHCP targets to deliver meaningful outcomes.Lead and support a consistent team of Teaching Assistants within the classroom.Build strong partnerships with families and external professionals.We welcome applications from experienced teachers and ECTs. Successful candidates will receive personalised induction, access to CPD and opportunities to further their career.
Why Work at Bradfields Academy?
As a member of Fortis Trust, you will benefit from:
A comprehensive professional development programme.Staff well-being support, including an Employee Assistance Programme.Opportunities to be part of meaningful educational development.A forward-thinking, supportive community of professionals.Bradfields Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
An enhanced DBS check (Children & Vulnerable Adults) and satisfactory references will be required.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
We warmly welcome interested candidates to arrange a visit. Please contact Louise Tombs at:
📞 01634 683990
Closing Date: Monday 11th May 2026 @ 12.00 pm
Interviews: Week beginning 18th May 2026
Bradfields Academy reserves the right to close the application window early should a successful candidate present themselves before the closing date.