SEN Class Teacher - Chesterton Primary School
Cirencester
Grade MPS/UPS
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Proportion of Week Part Time (0.60 FTE)
Contract Maternity Leave
Closing Date: 22/06/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date 01/09/2026
SEN Teacher (Maternity Cover) – Part Time (3 days per week)
Chesterton Primary School and Nursery, Cirencester
Start date: 1st September 2026
Contract: Fixed term (Maternity Cover)
Working pattern: 3 days per week
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
About the Role
Chesterton Primary School and Nursery are seeking to appoint a passionate and skilled SEN teacher to join our inclusive team. This is a part-time (3 days per week) maternity cover post, working within our specialist provision / C&I centre.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils with communication and interaction needs, ensuring every child can access learning and thrive.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience of teaching pupils with SEND, particularly communication and interaction needs (e.g. Autism, speech and language difficulties)
Demonstrates strong adaptive teaching and high expectations for all pupils
Can create a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment
Works effectively with support staff, external professionals and families
Is committed to inclusion and positive behaviour approaches
Has excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills
What We Offer
A warm, welcoming and highly inclusive school community
A supportive staff team with a strong commitment to SEND provision
Opportunities to work closely with experienced staff and external agencies
A leadership team that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional development
Safeguarding Statement
Chesterton Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
This post is subject to:
An enhanced DBS check
Satisfactory references
Pre-employment safeguarding checks in line with statutory guidance
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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