SEND Teacher FTC Until 31/08/2027
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | TMS/UPS £34,398 to £53,004 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | Crawley |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 3290 |
Summary
Job Advert
Your Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate and creative SEND teacher to join our diverse and inclusive school community. Our school is proud of
its exceptional Ofsted judgement and strong outcomes, with inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
Please note this is a Fixed Term Contract ending 31.08.2027. This vacancy will close at midday on 09.03.2026
As an experienced SEND teacher, you will bring imagination and innovation to your practice, delivering high-quality, tailored
provision that inspires and supports every child to thrive. You will work closely with colleagues, families, and multi-agency
partners to ensure that all pupils with SEND receive the personalised support they need to succeed.
As part of a forward-thinking multi-academy trust, you will have opportunities to develop your expertise, lead initiatives, and
explore pathways into leadership. We offer a supportive and ambitious working environment, excellent professional development, and
the benefits of London fringe weighting. Ideally located with easy access to the city, seaside, and countryside, this is a
fantastic opportunity for a creative SEND teacher to make a real difference at Seymour Primary School.
Are you a creative thinker; resilient and want to make a difference every day to the children you work with?
It’s not necessarily the length of your experience as a class teacher that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and
commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:
* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
* Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment
* Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging
* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust
* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
We know you’re going to do great things as a Class Teacher, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a
priority for us. We can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Cycle to work scheme
* TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About Seymour Primary School
At Seymour Primary School there is one driver for all we do here: The Children. We put the children first in all our decisions and
actions. Every child has the right to achieve more than they or their parents imagined. Every child has the right to start each
day as new. Seymour Primary is a school that puts learning at the centre of all we do. To find out more visit our website Click
Here [https://www.seymour-tkat.org/] .
To discover what makes Seymour Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293
533198 or email office@seymour-tkat.org [office@seymour-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate and creative SEND teacher to join our diverse and inclusive school community. Our school is proud of
its exceptional Ofsted judgement and strong outcomes, with inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
Please note this is a Fixed Term Contract ending 31.08.2027. This vacancy will close at midday on 09.03.2026
As an experienced SEND teacher, you will bring imagination and innovation to your practice, delivering high-quality, tailored
provision that inspires and supports every child to thrive. You will work closely with colleagues, families, and multi-agency
partners to ensure that all pupils with SEND receive the personalised support they need to succeed.
As part of a forward-thinking multi-academy trust, you will have opportunities to develop your expertise, lead initiatives, and
explore pathways into leadership. We offer a supportive and ambitious working environment, excellent professional development, and
the benefits of London fringe weighting. Ideally located with easy access to the city, seaside, and countryside, this is a
fantastic opportunity for a creative SEND teacher to make a real difference at Seymour Primary School.
Are you a creative thinker; resilient and want to make a difference every day to the children you work with?
It’s not necessarily the length of your experience as a class teacher that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and
commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.
The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:
* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children
* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
* Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment
* Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging
* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust
* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
We know you’re going to do great things as a Class Teacher, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a
priority for us. We can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Cycle to work scheme
* TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About Seymour Primary School
At Seymour Primary School there is one driver for all we do here: The Children. We put the children first in all our decisions and
actions. Every child has the right to achieve more than they or their parents imagined. Every child has the right to start each
day as new. Seymour Primary is a school that puts learning at the centre of all we do. To find out more visit our website Click
Here [https://www.seymour-tkat.org/] .
To discover what makes Seymour Primary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01293
533198 or email office@seymour-tkat.org [office@seymour-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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Disability Confident
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