What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors of Morecambe Bay Community Primary School are looking to recruit an experienced SEND classteacher to join our dedicated staff team. This full-time, permanent position begins in September 2025 and will be based within ‘The Cove’ a SEND unit within our school.
Established in September 2022, 'The Cove' is a valued part of our school community, catering to up to 8 children with SLCN/ASD. A high staff-to-pupil ratio allows for specialist teaching and an adapted curriculum.
We are looking for an experienced teacher with specialised knowledge of effective teaching strategies for children with SEND. The role involves planning and delivering an adapted curriculum, 1:1 and small group interventions, and strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with teaching assistants to maintain structure, continuity, behaviour management, and high-quality care for pupils. The successful applicant will partner closely with the SENCO to deliver the highest standards of support and provision for pupils.
What the school offers its staff
This is a positive time to join Morecambe Bay. Since April 2024, our new headteacher has brought big ambitions for the future. Most importantly, our school is a happy place to work. We invest in the professional development of all staff, providing opportunities to reflect on practice and continually improve.
Further details about the role
Further details about the role can be found within the person specification and job description
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.