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HLTA for SEND Unit

Job details
Posting date: 12 March 2026
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 10 April 2026
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 7AR
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: d6529fc1-4adf-4a70-bf98-56c9a8f0ba54

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Southwood School we currently have 2 classes for children with a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition. Each class has a capacity of 8 pupils. All children hold EHCPs.

We are in search of an experienced class teacher to join our team as we expand to 3 classes in September.

We are looking for someone who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning. We have a vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Support the delivery of creative and engaging lessons planned by the teaching staff, aligned with our curriculum
• Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued
• Differentiate to meet the diverse learning needs of our students so they can achieve their best
• Implement effective classroom management strategies promoting positive behaviour

You will:

• Have experience of working with children with complex needs, ideally in a primary setting
• Be sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the year group team
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

Applications are welcomed from team players with high expectations for achievement. We can offer you a good school in a friendly and happy environment. If you would like to visit the school prior to application, please contact us and we will be more than happy to show you around. For further information contact Melanie Hornshaw on 01908 678366 or email office@southwoodschool.co.uk. The closing date for applications 10th April 2026.

The school reserves the right to close the application process at any stage, should we receive sufficient applications, and interviews will be held sooner. Our schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check with further vetting checks including online searches and references taken.

The Boulevard Primary Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

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.

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