Polaris Education - ISP School Whitstable
SEN Teacher
Contract Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £30,420.00 per annum
Contract Term: Permanent
Hours: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Job Advertisement: Qualified Primary Teacher (SEMH School, Ages 7-11)

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher with a deep understanding of early years frameworks and curriculum development? Do you thrive in a nurturing and specialised educational environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs? If so, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Primary Teacher to join our small and supportive team at our specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school. ISP School Whitstable is a small provision of up to 24 pupils with complex needs who often present with challenging behaviours. We offer a nurturing environment, supported by well-trained staff and a therapeutic approach which together provide an engaging and inspiring learning environment tailored to each child's individual journey.

Through our therapeutic and holistic approach to education, we are able to embed effective practices in our everyday classroom delivery. We are attachment and trauma-informed, so are able to work sensitively to enable young people to feel safe, included within the school community and to attend regularly.

What We Are Looking For:

• A qualified Primary Teacher (QTS essential) with a strong foundation in early years education
• Proven experience working with children with SEND, particularly in an SEMH setting
• A proactive and flexible approach to teaching, with the ability to differentiate learning to support individual needs
• Strong behaviour management skills with a nurturing and empathetic approach
• A team player who is eager to collaborate and contribute to a supportive school culture
• A passion for creative arts is highly desirable, bringing inspiration and engagement to the curriculum

For more information and an informal discussion please contact Kerry Keeble, Headteacher, on .

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging and adaptive lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Understand and implement curriculum development effectively, ensuring that learning is meaningful and accessible
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management strategies to create a calm and structured learning environment
• Build strong, positive relationships with children to support their social and emotional development
• Work collaboratively within a small and dedicated team, sharing expertise and supporting each other
• Adapt teaching styles and methods to meet the varied needs of the children, ensuring inclusive and personalised learning experiences

What We Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive school community with a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development
• Opportunities to shape and develop an innovative curriculum tailored to our pupils’ individual needs
• A supportive and experienced leadership team that values the contributions of every staff member
• A rewarding role where you can see the direct impact of your teaching on children's lives

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher looking to make a difference in a specialist educational setting, we encourage you to apply.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP School Whitstable.

ISP School Whitstable is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

ISP School Whitstable is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.