SEN Teacher – Permanent | Gillingham

Join an Award-Winning School With Unmatched Support & Brilliant Leadership

Are you an experienced, passionate SEN Teacher looking for a school where you can truly make an impact and feel valued? This exceptional SEN school in Gillingham is searching for a dedicated teacher to join their supportive, forward-thinking team — and it could be the perfect next step in your career.

Why This School?

This modern, well-resourced school supports pupils in Year 1–Year 6 with Complex Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Speech & Language Needs (including non-verbal learners). The atmosphere is warm, positive and genuinely collaborative — led by a Headteacher who champions work–life balance and leads by example.

You’ll also benefit from strong TA support at a 2:1 ratio, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both learning and personal care.

What’s on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time SEN Teacher
• Small classes of 12–13 pupils to maximise impact
• 1 full day of PPA every other week – with the option to work from home
• Pupils finish at 3pm – you choose whether to plan onsite or at home
• Only one staff meeting per week, finishing no later than 5pm
• Teacher payscales + SEN allowance
• Looking for an experienced teacher to lead
• Classes grouped by Key Stage & track for smoother planning
• Exciting progression potential with a brand-new Secondary school opening in 2028

If you want to work somewhere that invests in you, trusts you, and gives you the room to teach in the way that works, this is it.

What Happens Next?

The first step is a relaxed, informal tour and chat with the Deputy Headteacher — a great chance to meet the team, see the environment, and decide if it’s the right fit.

Enjoy the visit?You’ll then be invited to a formal interview and lesson observation. The observation typically takes place in a more complex class to see your differentiation strategies in action — but rest assured, your final class placement will match your strengths and preferences.

Interested?

Apply today and I’ll happily share next steps or arrange your school visit.

Looking forward to hearing from you!