SEND Teacher – Enhanced SEND Provision (ESP)

Tel: 01263 513296   Email:   head@suffieldpark.norfolk.sch.uk       Salary - Negotiable (Based on experience)   Temporary for 1 year initially (31 August 2027)   Full Time   Required for September 2026   We are seeking a dedicated and visionary SEND Teacher to join our established team within our  Enhanced SEND Provision (ESP) . Since opening in 2023, the ESP has become a cornerstone of our school, supporting up to eight children from Early Years through to Year 2.  Our provision offers a nurturing, autism-friendly environment specifically designed for pupils with EHCPs whose primary needs are in communication and interaction. As a recipient of the  National Nurturing Schools Award , we pride ourselves on a  relationships-based approach  where every child is supported to reach their specific EHCP targets through a bespoke, exciting curriculum.  Who We Are Looking For   We want a practitioner who is passionate about improving outcomes and is eager to develop their expertise in a specialist classroom within a mainstream setting.  Core Requirements:   Expertise:  Knowledge and experience in teaching children with SEND, specifically those with a diagnosis of Autism (ASD).  Communication Specialist:  Experience supporting communication needs through various methods—ideally including  Sign-along, TEACCH, PECS, and Attention Autism .  Dynamic Teaching:  An "Excellent" teacher who can deliver  Quality First Teaching  and adapt dynamically to varying needs.  Leadership:  The confidence to direct Teaching Assistants and collaborate with external agencies and the wider school team.  Commitment:  A drive to create bespoke learning plans and a desire to progress your career within SEND provision.  Why Join Suffield Park?   You will be joining a "caring team" that values collaboration over isolation. We offer:  A Supportive Network:  Work alongside our Headteacher, SENDCO, SRB Lead, and Nurture Teacher.  Professional Growth:  Access to training and advice from external professionals to help you develop your specialist expertise.  A Collaborative Culture:  A team approach to planning with experienced teachers across our Reception classes and Early Years Nurture unit.  Community:  Friendly parents, committed Governors, and, most importantly, amazing children.  We strongly encourage and welcome potential candidates to visit us to see our nurturing environment in action.  Informal Discussion/Visits:  Please contact the school at -  head@suffieldpark.norfolk.sch.uk    How to apply   A job description is available from ‘Attachments’.  To download an application form, click on