SEN Teacher

Vicarage Park is an innovative school located in Stottesdon, a small village near Kidderminster. We are a small special school, which provides a personalised education for up to 12 pupils aged 8-18 with severe complexity of needs, primarily learning disabilities but also associated health or physical disabilities, and other behaviours which challenge.

Despite being a secondary provision, we require a SEN teacher who is versatile and can teach across a range of curriculum subjects from primary to GCSE. Accordingly, this role will suit a primary or secondary trained teacher.

Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, but all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Many will also have other Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) such as Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.

The work we do is both varied and challenging and, as a trauma and attachment informed organisation, all staff are provided with extensive therapeutic training and support.

Our closely triangulated approach places the child at the centre of decision making, ensuring that education and therapy professionals, parents/carers, local authority teams and, most importantly, our students can work together to secure outstanding outcomes for all.

The Role                                                 

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and resilient teacher with experience or interest in working with pupils with PMLD/SLD in a therapeutic, multidisciplinary setting. You will deliver personalised and holistic learning experiences that recognise the unique abilities of each child, underpinned by sensory integration, therapeutic approaches and trauma-informed practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver an engaging, differentiated curriculum that meets the sensory, cognitive, and emotional needs of learners.
• Work collaboratively with in-house therapists (e.g. speech and language, occupational therapy) to embed therapeutic strategies into daily teaching.
• Use a total communication approach, including symbols, Makaton, AAC, and sensory supports.
• Maintain detailed records of progress using EHCP targets and personalised learning goals.
• Support pupils in managing sensory regulation, anxiety and behaviours that challenge using positive behaviour support plans.
• Contribute to a trauma-informed school culture where safety, empathy, and relationships are central.
• Lead and manage support staff within your class team effectively.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working with children with SEND, particularly SLD/PMLD
• Understanding of sensory and communication needs and therapeutic approaches
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Reflective practice and commitment to ongoing professional development

Safeguarding

Compass Community Schools are highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services(previously the Criminal Records Bureau) and undergo due diligence checks on social media use.

All school-based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Compass is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we know that we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.