About this role
Salary: M1 - M6 £32,916 - £45,351
Contract: Full Time, Fixed term until 31 August 2027
Closing date: 12 June 2026 at 9am
Interview date: 19 June 2026, Time TBC
Little Mead is a “joyful and vibrant place” where “pupils play, learn and laugh together happily (Ofsted 2026).” We are a primary school with the highest aspirations for every child. Our school, which includes a thriving informal recourse base for communication and interaction needs, caters for all children from rising 3 to 11 years old. Compassion, empathy and a sense of belonging lie at the heart of our school and we are highly committed to working with families and the wider community to provide the best possible education. With a superb site featuring a playing field, forest school, spacious playgrounds, drama and PE halls, we are proud to offer our students a rich and broad experience. Our team work tirelessly to create an inclusive environment where there are high expectations for all and where children are taught to 'be on TRACK.’ We are proud to be part of Amplify Education where you will find plentiful opportunities for collaborative working on exciting and innovative initiatives.
Visits to the school are strongly recommended and can be arranged via the office on 0117 377 3279. We currently have the following dates available to book:
4pm Tuesday 2nd of June 10am Wednesday 3rd of June 1:30pm Thursday 4th of June 4:30pm Thursday 4th of JuneWe are looking for someone who:
is a highly organised and effective SEN teacher, who understands and can deliver consistently high-quality teachingcan work calmly under pressure and to adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances/situationscan plan and adapt effectively for children with special educational needs within our informal resource basecan work effectively as part of a team; understanding how to get the best out of themselves and otherscan motivate and inspire, supporting and promoting the vision and values of the schoolis keen to develop professional expertiseis creative, flexible and has a sense of humourenjoys working with supportive parents, experienced colleagues and the wider community Key Responsibilities (further details in the attached application pack):
To support the vision and aims of the school and Amplify Education To implement changes as directed by the senior leadership team. To work collaboratively and cooperatively with colleagues to achieve the aims of the School Development Plan. To help all of our pupils be “on TRACK”. Our Vision and Values. Lead the day-to-day operation and strategic development of the Communication and Interaction Resource Base. Develop and maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment tailored to pupils’ individual needs. Model and promote best practice in SEND provision across the school. Support the school’s inclusive ethos and contribute to whole-school SEND development. Line manage and support teaching assistants and support staff working within the provision. We offer:
Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the TrustPaid induction and training suited to the roleConfidential access to an Employee Assistance ProgrammeFree parkingUse of the Cycle SchemePaid completion of a DBS checkFlu vaccination vouchersFree eye tests (where the employee is desk-based)Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension schemeHonouring of continuous service earned in the Local AuthorityFluency Duty
This role has been identified as falling within the definition of requiring fluency in spoken English. You will be required to speak English with confidence and be able to conduct a conversation and answer questions for extended periods of time.
Safeguarding Statement
Amplify Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education’s ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ most recent Guidance. We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, online checks, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.