The posting
Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher who believes every child deserves the opportunity to thrive? Do you have the creativity, resilience and commitment to support children with special educational needs to achieve their full potential?
At Oak Tree School, part of Maiden Erlegh Trust, we are seeking an inspirational SEN Primary Teacher to join our specialist team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing and ambitious environment where every achievement is celebrated and every child's individual strengths are recognised
About the Role
As an SEN Primary Teacher, you will:
- Deliver high-quality teaching and learning for primary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs.
- Plan engaging and personalised learning experiences that reflect individual strengths and needs.
- Support pupils to make excellent progress academically, socially and emotionally.
- Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists and other professionals.
- Implement communication strategies, including Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), to ensure all pupils can access learning.
- Monitor, assess and track progress, contributing to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and targets.
- Create a positive, safe and nurturing learning environment where pupils can develop confidence and independence.
- Build strong partnerships with parents, carers and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a qualified teacher with experience of teaching primary-aged pupils.
- Has a strong understanding of SEND, particularly autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated complex needs.
- Can adapt teaching approaches to meet a wide range of learning needs.
- Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Is committed to inclusive education and raising aspirations for every pupil.
- Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is enthusiastic, reflective and committed to continuous professional development.
Why Join Us?
Working at Oak Tree School offers:
- The opportunity to transform the lives of children with additional needs.
- A supportive and collaborative staff team.
- Access to high-quality professional development through Maiden Erlegh Trust.
- Opportunities to work alongside specialist professionals and share best practice.
- A culture that values inclusion, wellbeing and ambition for all
About Oak Tree School
Oak Tree School is a calm, inclusive and aspirational learning environment where relationships come first and every young person is supported to thrive on their own terms. Our learners, aged 5-19, benefit from a personalised curriculum that blends academic learning with highly specialised therapeutic and developmental support. As a school created in September 2023 to meet the growing need for specialist places across the local community, we pride ourselves on offering a nurturing setting where pupils feel safe, valued and ready to flourish.
ABOUT MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST
Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.
We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.
Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.
You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.
Benefits of Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust
Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including:
Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
ME Day - One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event
Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes
Mental Health First Aid Support
Recognition and Community - Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
Employee Referral Scheme
Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.
Additional Information
If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact [email protected] for an informal discussion.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.
Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
