Qualified Special Needs Class Teacher

Aspire People are currently looking for a passionate and innovative Class Teacher. to join a highly regarded and inclusive special needs school in Stoke-on-Trent.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a specialist setting that supports pupils with a wide range of complex learning needs.

The school serves pupils aged 4 to 16, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The majority of students have significant Communication and Interaction needs and access learning through a person-centred, highly engaging framework that promotes independence, curiosity, and personal development.

About the Role:
You'll be teaching a mixed-age primary class within the Explore Pathway, working with pupils who have a range of complex needs including CLD, SLCN, ASC, and SpLD. This role would particularly suit a teacher with experience or strong interest in Early Years or KS1 approaches, especially play-based, exploratory learning. That said, we welcome applications from teachers in other phases who are creative, adaptable, and driven by inclusive values.

The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Hold qualified teacher status (QTS or equivalent)
- Have previous experience teaching pupils with SEND (in mainstream or special settings)
- Demonstrate strong skills in planning and delivering personalised learning
- Be knowledgeable in EYFS practices, informal learning, and multi-sensory approaches
- Understand the Engagement Model and augmentative communication systems
- Show confidence in managing challenging behaviour and using de-escalation strategies

Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, assess, and report on progress in line with individual EHCP outcomes
- Create a stimulating and safe classroom environment that encourages independence
- Deliver lessons that are tailored to diverse learning needs and styles
- Work closely with classroom support staff and multidisciplinary teams to support holistic development

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated and forward-thinking team in a nurturing environment where every success is celebrated and every child is valued.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.