Specialist Teaching

Job Title: Primary Teacher - Specialist Setting
Location: Chesterfield
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (via Tradewind Recruitment initially)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and experienced Primary Teacher to join a small specialist school in Chesterfield. You will be teaching Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils who are not in mainstream education and require additional support due to a range of emotional, social, and behavioural challenges, including ADHD and ASD.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a high staff-to-pupil ratio environment, ensuring each child receives the tailored support they need. The position will initially be on Tradewind timesheets, transitioning to a permanent school contract after a handover period.

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.

• Provide a nurturing and structured learning environment to support pupils with additional needs.

• Implement behaviour management strategies to foster a positive and supportive classroom culture.

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and SEN specialists to support each pupil's development.

• Monitor and assess pupil progress, adapting learning strategies where necessary.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.

• Experience teaching primary-aged pupils, ideally within a specialist or SEN setting.

• Confidence in working with children who have ADHD, ASD, and other emotional, social, and behavioural needs.

• Strong classroom management skills and a patient, adaptable approach.

• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo vetting in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines).

• A supportive, small-school environment with a high staff-to-pupil ratio.

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the education and well-being of children with additional needs.

• A clear pathway to a permanent role with career development opportunities.

If you are a passionate and resilient Primary Teacher looking for a rewarding role in a specialist setting, please get in touch with your most up to date CV detailing our full career history and qualifications for this role.

To apply, please send your CV to Tradewind Recruitment. Successful applicants will be contacted for an initial interview, and all vetting checks will be completed in line with KCSIE guidelines.