Polaris Community
SEN Class Teacher
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
SEN Class Teacher
SEN Class Teacher – Andover, Hampshire
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Salary: £28,000 – £39,520 per annum
Contract: Full Time | Term Time Only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Join a School Where Every Child Can Thrive
We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Class Teacher to join our new school in Andover, Hampshire.
Our school will provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment for up to 60 pupils aged 5–18 with a range of complex needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their full potential, and we are committed to delivering personalised education that supports both academic success and emotional wellbeing.
As part of the community, you’ll be joining an organisation with over 30 years of experience in transforming the lives of children and young people. We are proud that 100% of our education services are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional education and care.
The Role
As an SEN Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that meet the individual needs of your pupils while creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
Working closely with colleagues and wider professionals, you’ll help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning while supporting their social and emotional development.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum, adapting them to meet individual pupil needs
- Support pupils with SEMH and other additional needs to achieve positive educational outcomes
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
- Collaborate with teaching assistants and the wider school team to support learning and positive behaviour
- Monitor, assess, and report on pupil progress, identifying additional support required
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
- Supervise pupils during breaktimes, educational visits, and extracurricular activities
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and personal development across the school day
You
We’re looking for a passionate and committed teacher who is dedicated to helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Degree-level education
- Previous successful teaching experience
- Experience supporting pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- A commitment to continuous professional development
- Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check prior to employment
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Benefits
We recognise that supporting our staff is just as important as supporting our pupils.
What You’ll Gain
- A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
- Ongoing training and excellent professional development opportunities
- The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people
- A collaborative team of passionate education professionals committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every pupil
Safeguarding
The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check, funded by us.
We are committed to:
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults
- Ensuring all colleagues share this commitment and uphold highest standards of safeguarding practice
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location