We are seeking a SEND teacher for an Internal Alternative Provision within our mainstream school. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and supporting all children to help them thrive.
Our Internal Alternative Provision is evolving and you will be working closely with the SENCo to enhance and refine the education of 8-10 children with complex special needs. This is an exciting opportunity to build on the provision already in place to create a full-time inclusive learning environment.
About Our School
- A large three form entry, Local Authority maintained primary school that is situated in a vibrant, multicultural community in the city of Leicester.
- We have been graded as a good school for the last 3 Ofsted inspections, the most recent being April 2025.
- A dedicated and skilled staff team committed to continuous improvement
- An established and supportive governing body
- A strong ethos built on our school values; Care, Challenge, Persevere and Succeed – We are Caldecote.
You will be responsible for:
- Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom
- Planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of pupils with SEND
- Adapting teaching to respond to individual strengths, needs, and EHCP or other outcomes
- Using effective assessment, feedback and behaviour strategies to support learning
- Promoting pupil progress in academic, social and emotional development
- Supporting pupils to develop communication, independence and confidence
- Working closely with the SENCo, other key staff, families and multi-agency professional
- Effectively managing additional adults
We are looking for someone who has:
- Qualified Teacher Status and has passed their ECT years
- Experience or a strong interest in teaching pupils with SEND
- Strong knowledge of effective adaptive teaching and inclusive classroom practice
- High expectations for pupil achievement, behaviour and personal development
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Resilience, flexibility and enthusiasm about working with children
We offer:
- A welcoming and values-led school community
- Supportive staff and dedicated leadership team
- Ongoing CPD and opportunities for professional development
Caldecote Community Primary School is committed to providing the best education through our values: Care, Challenge, Persevere, Succeed. We believe that every child deserves the best possible education to enable future success. We are a supportive, inclusive school based in a challenging, disadvantaged area. We are proud of our children and our community and would welcome applications from enthusiastic teachers who are passionate about changing the lives of children for the better.
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school. Please contact our School Business Manager, Katy Barnes, to arrange a convenient time.
Closing date: Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 12pm
Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, such as an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. Applicants who will be undertaking early and/or later years childcare (or the management of such childcare) will be required to complete a declaration to confirm that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, such as an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. Applicants who will be undertaking early and/or later years childcare (or the management of such childcare) will be required to complete a declaration to confirm that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
