[260417A] SENDCo and Complex Needs Teacher

We are seeking an inspirational SENDCo & Complex Needs Teacher to join our team at The Springfields Academy, a specialist school for autistic pupils and those with speech and language differences in Calne. Post: [260417A] SENDCo & Complex Needs Teacher Location: Curzon Street, Calne. Wilshire, SN11 0DS Salary Range: Main Pay Scale/ Upper Pay Scale + SEND Max Allowance + LTR2A Actual Salary Range: £32,916 - £51,047 + £3,478 + £3,527 Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time The Role : A Unique Dual Leadership Opportunity This is not a traditional classroom role. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategic oversight and hands-on specialist teaching: Lead our Complex Needs Provision: Take ownership of a dedicated provision for up to 6 learners, shaping its curriculum, therapeutic environment, and culture to meet the unique sensory and communication needs of our pupils. Extended Leadership Team (SENDCo): Work in partnership with our established team of SENDCos. You will contribute to whole-school strategy, policy development, and the implementation of inclusive practice across the entire school. Collaborative Impact: Act as a conduit between the complex needs provision and the wider school, ensuring seamless integration, knowledge sharing, and consistent high standards of support. You will be joining a happy, hardworking and well-established team. You will also work in partnership with our multi-disciplinary therapy team as part of our therapy first culture. The Person: We are looking for someone with: A passion for making complex concepts accessible for the autistic learner. A child-centred practitioner who responds to the individual needs of each child. A creative SENDCo able to adapt provision to meet a wide range of needs. A teacher with a commitment to developing a good knowledge and understanding of autism and social communication needs and appropriate strategies to support pupils with this need. E.g. TEACCH A creative and flexible approach to teaching that builds success through challenge, personalisation and innovation. The confidence and skills to build positive relationships that help to break down barriers, build self-esteem. A commitment to enabling all our pupils to overcome their challenges and achieve their potential both socially and academically. Experience of primary, secondary, or specialist provision beneficial. What we can offer you: We understand that to provide the best care for our pupils, we must prioritise the people who work with them. Staff Wellbeing First: We have embedded a robust culture of wellbeing. We don’t just talk about it—we protect your time, provide manageable workloads, and ensure you have the space to thrive. Professional Investment: Your growth is our priority. We offer bespoke professional learning pathways, leadership coaching, and access to the latest research in autism and complex needs. Specialist Focus: We are a school dedicated to aut