Inclusion Teacher

Inclusion Teacher

St Matthew’s Primary and Nursery Academy, Derriford

Contract Term: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 32.5 hours per week

Salary: MPS 1 - 6

Deadline for application: 9am 25th November 2026

Start: Summer 1 or earlier if possible

Interview Date: 2nd December 2026

Benefits:

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Cycle to work and Tech and Home Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you a passionate and skilled teacher who believes that every child deserves to belong, thrive and succeed?

We are seeking an exceptional Inclusion Teacher to lead and deliver provision for children with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and experiences of trauma. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape highly personalised learning experiences and environment that enable children to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. The teacher will work alongside the SENCo and FSW within the school. Are you an aspirant SENCo or perhaps have experience working in a specialist setting, if so, we encourage you to apply.

Our provision is designed to provide a calm, nurturing and structured environment for pupils whose needs go beyond what can typically be met through mainstream classroom support. The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, understood and successful. This reflects best practice identified in trust inclusion provision, including trauma-informed approaches, structured environments, visual supports and personalised learning pathways.

Within this post there will be opportunity to support other schools within St Christopher’s with your SEN experience and knowledge?

St Matthew’s is a modern, well-equipped school with spacious facilities, wonderful children and a highly supportive community. Our staff team is committed to continual improvement and to ensuring that every child is able to “let their light shine.” You would be joining a collaborative and supportive team, with experienced leaders who are invested in staff development and wellbeing.

As part of, you will also benefit from a strong network of collaboration across 21 Church and community schools spanning three local authorities. Professional development is a key priority, and we are committed to supporting staff at every stage of their career.

As a Church of England school, successful candidates will be supportive of the school’s Christian vision and values.

To arrange a tour of the school please contact the school via email on SMPA.Office@stcmat.org

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.