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Class Teacher
Salary: Main Pay Scale 1 to Main Pay Range 6 (Inner London), UPS for exceptional candidates, + SEN Allowance
Minimum Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status
Full Time
Contract – Fixed term until 31st August 2027
Term time only - 39 Weeks
Start date – We need to undertake various safeguarding checks
About the Role
The successful candidate will be based at:
Paddock Secondary School & Sixth Form
Broadwater Road
SW17 0DZ
Paddock is a vibrant and nurturing Ofsted Outstanding special school for pupils aged 4–19 years with severe learning difficulties and autism. Our focus is on personalised learning, compassion and creating a meaningful & engaging environment where every child is known and thrives. Our aim is to Nurture, Inspire and Transform Lives. We don’t believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly innovating. It is for good reason, we are recognised as Wandsworth’s SEN Powerhouse and knowledge leaders.
As we expand to our new purpose-built secondary site in Tooting, we are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Class Teachers to join our dedicated teams. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact to the lives of SEN pupils, we would love for you to join our team!
At Paddock, we aim to be outstanding employers and pride ourself in creating a structured, innovative, engaging and caring work environment while continuing to provide avenues for professional development.
Desired Candidate Profile
Having previous special school or base experience is an advantage.
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We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about SEN education and making learning meaningful for all pupils
- Compassionate and empathetic, putting pupils' individual needs first
- A collaborative team player, working closely with multidisciplinary specialists
- Committed to lifelong learning and looking for professional development
- Resilient and adaptable, ready for both challenges and rewards
- Dedicated to celebrating student progress, however big or small
- Willing to go the extra mile
Qualities and Attributes Valued at Paddock
- Team Player
- Compassion and Empathy
- Keen to contribute to school life
- Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
- Life Long Learning
- Resilience
- Celebrate Learning
- Strong work ethic
What We Offer
- Strong senior leadership support and mentoring
- Exciting opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest
- Excellent CPD & training partnerships within school experts and beyond
- Support from on-site multi-disciplinary therapy team
- Opportunities for career progression & leadership pathways
- Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible PPA time to support work-life balance
- Access to an employee wellbeing scheme
- Cycle to Work and Smart Schools Benefits (lifestyle savings & wellness perks)
We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.
We welcome visits to the school. Please contact recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a suitable time and date.
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Alternatively, an information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification is available via the school’s recruitment platform at https://paddockschool.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies
Closing date: 31 August 2026 (at noon)
Interview dates: We advise the candidates to apply as soon as possible and reserve the right to interview before the closing date and the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Paddock School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Please note that CVs are only accepted for individuals interested in scheduling a school visit. However, to advance in the recruitment process, submission of the application form is essential.
Contact Information:
Paddock School
Primary School
St Margaret’s Crescent
SW15 6HL
Head of School: Deborah Dockery
Secondary School & Sixth Form
Co-Heads of School: Lynette Martyn & Robert Pearce
Whole School Number: (020) 8878 1521
Email: recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk
Website: www.paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk
Executive Headteacher: Sarah Santos
PADDOCK UPPER SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM
Current: Priory Lane, Roehampton SW15 5RT
New SCHOOL: St. Margaret’s Crescent, Putney SW15 6HL
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