Teacher

MPS with SEN allowance (once SEN qualification has been achieved) Start Date: January 2027 Are you a teacher with a passion for inclusion? If so, we would love to hear from you. At All Saints Babbacombe CE Primary School , inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to support a diverse community of learners, including a significant number of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that every child feels valued, belongs, and has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Our specialist provision, Helen Keller Base , supports pupils with communication and interaction needs and reflects our determination to develop innovative, high-quality approaches to meeting the needs of all learners. It is just one example of the school's unwavering commitment to ensuring that every child can succeed. We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated SENCo and Class Teacher to join our ambitious and caring team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about inclusion, has high aspirations for every child and is committed to making a lasting difference to children's lives.

We are looking for someone who:

Is an experienced SENCo or an aspiring SENCo who is ready to take the next step in their career. Is a talented and inclusive classroom practitioner with experience across the primary age range. Creates engaging, stimulating and supportive learning environments where all children can flourish. Places children's needs at the centre of their practice and understands the importance of building positive relationships. Has high expectations for every pupil and is committed to enabling all children to achieve their full potential. Works effectively in partnership with staff, parents, carers and external agencies to secure the very best outcomes for children. Is reflective, resilient and committed to continuous improvement. Shares our belief that inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Why All Saints Babbacombe? At All Saints Babbacombe, every member of our school community is encouraged to "let their light shine brightly". We are a school where belonging, community, Christian values and pupil wellbeing are deeply embedded in everyday practice. Our inclusive culture ensures that children are known, valued and supported to achieve success in all aspects of school life. Our Christian ethos helps create a warm, nurturing and aspirational environment where children feel safe, cared for and inspired to become the very best version of themselves. We are proud of our strong relationships with families, our commitment to staff wellbeing and our determination to provide exceptional opportunities for all pupils. As part of St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust , a family of 21 Church and Community Schools across three local authorities, you will benefit from extensive opportunities for collaboration, leadership development and high-quality professional learning. The Trust is committed to investing in its people and providing bespoke professional development pathways to help colleagues flourish at every stage of their career.

What we can offer:

The opportunity to play a key role in shaping and strengthening our inclusive vision and SEND provision. A welcoming, supportive and dedicated staff team. Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and proud of their school. A caring and engaged school community. A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth. Access to high-quality professional development and networking opportunities across the Trust. Supportive leadership and opportunities to develop your career. The chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of children and families. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious practitioner who is passionate about inclusion and excited by the opportunity to lead and further develop SEND provision while continuing to inspire children through excellent classroom practice. As a Church of England school, the successful candidate will be willing to support and promote the school's Christian vision and values. Applying When completing your application, please ensure that you address all aspects of the person specification and provide evidence of your experience, skills and impact. We also welcome details of any additional strengths, qualifications or areas of expertise that you could bring to our school community. Visit Us We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school and experience our inclusive culture first-hand. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01803 329131 . You can apply online or please visit www.stchristophersmat.org/vacancies for an application form. Your completed application form should be submitted by 9am on 16th October 2026. Interviews will be held on 23rd October 2026. Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post. Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy: https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies