Full Time SEND Teacher 

Salary: MPS/UPS and SEN Allowance £2,786.

Start Date: April 2026

Phoenix Infant Academy is a popular infant school with students aged 4 – 7 years and we are seeking to appoint, a SEND Teacher to join our fantastic community. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is committed to ensuring every child thrives, feels valued, and achieves their full potential.

As our SEND Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping high‑quality provision for pupils with a range of additional needs. You will:

• Lead by example, modelling excellent teaching practice and using coaching and mentoring approaches to strengthen SEND provision across the school.
• Teach and support pupils attached to the Resource Base, delivering high‑quality learning experiences in both mainstream classrooms and the Therapy Room, in line with their EHC Plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of progress and attainment for all pupils within the Resource Base, following school systems and expectations.
• Contribute to SEND record‑keeping for any pupils you teach, ensuring information is clear, up to date, and supports effective planning.
• Participate actively in Pupil Progress Meetings, offering insight and expertise to secure strong outcomes for all SEND learners.
• Use effective strategies to identify and respond to pupils’ emerging needs during teaching sessions, adapting provision to ensure every child is supported.
• Support and guide support staff, ensuring they use assessment meaningfully in their daily practice to enhance learning for the pupils they work with.

 Who We’re Looking For

A compassionate, reflective practitioner who:

• Has a strong understanding of SEND in the early years and KS1
• Is committed to inclusive practice and personalised learning
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
• Brings energy, creativity, and a solution‑focused mindset

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a warm, collaborative team that values professional growth, celebrates individuality, and puts children at the heart of everything we do. We offer ongoing training, supportive leadership, and a chance to make a meaningful difference every single day.

We also offer a forward-thinking Employee Assistance Programme, Medical Cash Plan, Eyecare Vouchers, Cycle to Work and Wider Wallet benefit hub. Well-being is openly discussed and forms part of all school agendas. 

Since we’re close to the centre of Slough, travel connections are excellent. The M4 is within easy reach and also the mainline rail station.

If successful, you can look forward to exceptional professional development opportunities - within the MAT and beyond - that will be tailored to your particular interests and aspirations. What’s more, you’ll enjoy teaching very well-behaved children with supportive families.

We openly welcome visits to the school. We openly welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office on 01753 52188 to arrange.

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If you have any questions please contact Allison Worley, Human Resources Manager, for and behalf of The Thames Learning Trust on 07841 921958 or aworley@thameslearningtrust.co.uk     

Applications will not be considered without a completed application form and will be considered when received. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

Thames Learning Trust is committed to adhering to the DFE guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education". It is the individual's responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in the School. Satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance & social media check is required for this post. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  You are required to comply with the school’s Health and Safety policy at all times.