Chailey Heritage Foundation
SEND Teacher
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SEND Class Teacher – Lewes, BN8 | Permanent, Full-time (Term Time)
Location: Lewes (BN8)
Salary: £37,058 – £55,190 (depending on experience and career progression)
About the Organisation
Join Chailey Heritage School, part of the Chailey Heritage Foundation, an Ofsted Outstanding special school. Here, education is integrated with therapy, nursing, care, and specialist support services, enabling children and young people with complex disabilities to achieve life-changing outcomes.
This is more than just a teaching role—it’s an opportunity to be part of a nationally recognised organisation with over 120 years of experience, working within a multidisciplinary team united by one goal: helping every young person discover and pursue their potential.
About The Role
As a SEND Class Teacher at Chailey Heritage School, you will:
- Provide high-quality teaching and learning for pupils with:
- Physical disabilities
- Complex communication needs
- Sensory impairments
- Medical needs
- Learning difficulties
- Collaborate with a skilled class team, including a Lead Education Assistant and Specialist/Education Assistants, to deliver individualised learning experiences through the CHILD (Chailey Heritage Individual Learner-Driven) Curriculum.
- Foster confidence, communication, independence, and essential life skills for pupils to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Support and develop colleagues within the classroom, build strong family partnerships, and work closely with therapists, nurses, and external professionals to ensure comprehensive pupil support.
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Why This Role Is Unique
At Chailey Heritage Foundation, education is integrated into a holistic support system. You’ll work alongside:
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Nursing and healthcare professionals
- Families and external specialists
About You
We’re looking for a mindded educator who holds:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- A passion for inclusive education and SEND
- The ability to adapt creatively to teach a diverse range of complex needs
- Strong skills in relationship-building with pupils, families, and colleagues
- A collaborative mindset for working within multidisciplinary teams
- Resilience, professionalism, and a commitment to high standards
Prior experience in SEND, specialist education, SLD, PMLD, or complex needs settings is advantageous, though we particularly welcome newly qualified teachers who share our vision, commitment, and enthusiasm to learn and grow.
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Why Join Chailey Heritage Foundation?
Teaching here offers unmatched opportunities for both career development and professional fulfilment:
- Earn a competitive salary with access to the teachers’ pension scheme.
- Benefit from:
- Extensive professional development and specialist training
- Multidisciplinary collaboration opportunities
- Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Colleague benefits and discount schemes
- Free on-site parking and a café
- Enjoy working in a beautiful South Downs rural setting with specialist facilities, extensive grounds, and a supportive, innovative culture.
Whether you’re starting your career, advancing your SEND expertise, or seeking long-term growth, we’ll provide the support and mentorship to help you thrive.
How to Apply
If you’d like to join our team and shape the future of our pupils, please apply here to proceed with your application. Bringing innovation, empathy, and dedication to Chailey Heritage School can make a real difference—we’d love to hear from you.
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