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St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School · Sevenoaks · Kent

Job description

Our new Specialist Resource Provisions are designed to meet the needs of pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) where the primary needs are Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).

We are seeking an experienced and passionate specialist teacher to lead our Specialist Resource Provision for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, Language and Communication Needs. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new and inclusive educational setting from the start, helping to shape practice, build relationships, and provide specialist support that transforms children’s lives.

In this rewarding role, you will be expected:

- To plan and provide, a high-quality provision of effective and inclusive support and learning experiences for children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who require highly specialist provision for their autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or speech, language communication needs (SLCN) and to ensure children are fully included in the provision.

ü - To work closely with the mainstream school team to ensure maximum integration, inclusion and enrichment opportunities for children attending the SRP, alongside their peers in the mainstream school and for out of school learning.

ü - To manage support staff working in the SRP.

ü - To work in meaningful partnership with families.

Our provision offers a warm, child-centred environment with a strong emphasis on communication, independence and holistic development.

If you are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping a learning community where every child can succeed.

Rise to the moment - help shape a child’s future.

Early application is encouraged as we may close this vacancy before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Due to safer recruitment requirements, CVs will not be accepted. Applications via MyNewTerm must be submitted.

References will be requested for all shortlisted applicants before interview.

In line with KCSIE 2025 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust will conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and to share any pertinent information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children with the chair of the interview panel to be discussed at the interview stage.

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About this school

St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School

Voluntary controlled school · Primary · Ages 4–11

Not rated
Pupils
192
Avg teacher salary
£41,672
Pupil:teacher ratio
20.3:1

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 6JP

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Salary
£47,472.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) TLR/UPS Available to right candidate
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
10 June 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026

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