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Class Teacher
Paddock School
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 10/27/2026
About this role
Qualifications and experience Essential • Qualified teacher status • Degree • • Desirable • Successful special school experience • Training and experience of using a range of specialist strategies Skills and knowledge • Knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to apply to teaching in a specialist setting • Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies for pupils with special educational needs • A good understanding of how children learn • Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs • Ability to use skills and knowledge and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider school community • Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children and how to implement it effectively • Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and commitment to follow whole school protocols to support emotional regulation • Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning Personal qualities • A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school • High expectations for children’s attainment and progress • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times • Commitment to safeguarding and equality Notes: This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the postholder